Mechanical Engineer - Data Center Infrastructure - US Hybrid, Location Flexible

Jacobs Engineering Group - Philadelphia, PA

Full-time - Senior

Hybrid - Philadelphia, PA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Jacobs is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer focused primarily on Data Center work who is excited about working on Advanced Facilities projects that enable the heart of our client's business. This role is pivotal in supporting and leading projects at some of the world's most state-of-the-art industrial and commercial facilities. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will be accountable for the schedule and technical quality of challenging engineering tasks, gaining familiarity with the client's expectations, scope, budget, and schedule. You will also provide on-site assistance during startup, coordinating work activities with other design and engineering professionals and the discipline lead. Your responsibilities will include delivering the design, development, application, evaluation, recommendation, and specification of engineered systems for Piping, HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection systems and components. You will work within a multi-discipline, highly interactive team, ensuring successful project outcomes. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to utilize your technical expertise in mentoring junior team members, helping them discover what drives their careers, nurture their purpose, and guide them forward. At Jacobs, we value creativity, an ambitious spirit, and extreme attention to detail, and we are committed to supporting you with the resources you need to be successful. By joining Jacobs, you will be part of a global partnership aimed at maximizing design, digital technology, and support capabilities through our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teams. This collaborative environment will allow you to grow, pursue, and fulfill your professional aspirations while delivering extraordinary solutions for a better tomorrow.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for the schedule and technical quality of engineering tasks.
• Provide on-site assistance during startup and coordinate work activities with design and engineering professionals.
• Deliver design, development, application, evaluation, recommendation, and specification of engineered systems for Piping, HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection systems.
• Mentor junior team members to help them discover their career paths and guide them forward.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• At least 10 years of practical application of mechanical engineering and design, including HVAC, fire protection, plumbing, piping, and related mechanical building systems.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain one.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a variety of teams, including multi-disciplinary teams.

Nice-to-haves

• Proficient working knowledge of Revit software.
• Forward-thinking and eager to learn best practices and contribute innovative ideas.
• Displayed ability to learn quickly and driven to broaden the knowledge base.
• Passion for buildings and construction design.
• Prior experience with semiconductor cleanrooms, central utility buildings (CUBs), piping systems, and large, complex industrial HVAC supply and exhaust systems.