Mechanical HVAC Engineer

Base pay range

$/yr - $/yr

At Jacobs, we challenge today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing. We aim to transform abstract ideas into realities that positively impact people’s lives worldwide.

This job opportunity is available at any location in the United States. Ideally, selected candidates will be near a JACOBS U.S. based office, but we intend to hire the “best” candidates.

You will work alongside a multi‑discipline, highly interactive team to deliver innovative HVAC design solutions for our Data Center clients.

Key responsibilities include:

• Layout and design of HVAC systems for various type of clients, including electric vehicles, data centers, and heavy industrial facilities.
• Development of the design criteria for HVAC systems, covering general comfort heating and cooling, accurate temperature or humidity control, unique pressurization requirements, and/or cleanliness requirements for clean‑room applications.
• Creation of conceptual and preliminary design documents, including calculations, Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), and general arrangements.
• Layout of ductwork systems based on P&IDs.
• Development of final design documents, including specification, sequences of operation, piping layout, and final construction documents.
• Coordination with other disciplines.

• Five (5) or more years’ experience in HVAC system design.
• Thorough knowledge of codes and standards related to HVAC system design.
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Adaptability to work within a fast‑paced team environment with multiple deadlines.
• Proven ability to lead a building mechanical team on a project and collaborate with other discipline team members remotely.

• Professional Engineering License.
• Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, Carrier HAP, Trane Trace 700, and Trane Trace 3D.
• Experience in plumbing/utility system design.

Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs offers an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, caregiver leave, and additional performance rewards including merit increases, discretionary bonuses, and stock.

Not Applicable

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Civil Engineering, Design Services, and IT Services and IT Consulting

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job posted on December 19, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.