Senior Mechanical Engineer - Federal

About the role

At Jacobs, we’re not just building structures, we’re helping our clients innovate and grow by designing, engineering, and executing the construction of state-of-the-art facilities that are changing our world. We push the limits of what’s possible to make the world smarter, more connected, and more sustainable. Bring your curiosity, talent for multi-tasking and collaboration, and extreme organizational skill and we’ll help you grow, pursue, and fulfill what drives you - so we can make big impacts on the world, together.

Responsibilities

• Develop overall Conceptual and Basis of Design level design approaches and documentation.
• Develop HVAC and plant utility systems philosophies.
• Develop mechanical / utility equipment and construction specifications.
• Perform temperature / humidity control / utility load calculations.
• Develop airflow diagrams, pressurization plans, and classification, as well as ductwork and piping plans.
• Develop equipment plans, plant utility distribution plans, and system details.
• Develop building management system (BMS) control philosophy, details, and Sequence of Operations.
• Perform construction assistance in the form of submittal reviews, RFI responses, and field visits to verify construction of Mechanical / Utilities scope is executed per the intent of the design and assisting in start-up of systems when required.
• Direct activities of Revit Designers as well as use Revit when necessary.
• Manage and develop mechanical / utilities scope for project budgets and schedules.
• Travel as required for client development and project implementation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
• At least 10 years relevant professional experience for HVAC/Mechanical buildings-related design projects
• Federal including DoD, Federal Civilian and/or Defense Contractor project experience preferred
• Experience working in a multi-discipline environment
• Experience with Revit
• Proficiency in load calculation / energy modeling software such as Trane Trace 700, Trace 3D Plus, Carrier HAP, etc.
• Knowledge of building codes & standards (International Mechanical Code, UFC’s etc.)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• United States Citizenship

Qualifications

• Experience leading project teams and mentoring junior staff
• Experience designing hydronic heating and cooling systems including air cooled chillers, water cooled chillers, and hot water boiler systems
• Experience with Navisworks and Bluebeam

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
• 401(k) plan with company stock purchase option at a discount
• Deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan (for eligible employees)
• Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees
• Seven paid holidays and caregiver leave
• Eligibility for additional rewards including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $118,300.00 to $175,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.