Senior Mechanical HVAC Designer

Overview

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This position is available at ANY location in the United States. Ideally, selected candidates will be near a Jacobs U.S. based office, but Jacobs intends to hire the best candidates.

At Jacobs, we drive to make a positive impact on people’s lives by delivering solutions and adding value to our communities and society as a whole. This role sits in the Advanced Manufacturing Group, delivering cost-effective and transformative projects to markets including chemical, electric vehicle, manufacturing, metals, pulp and paper, and more. You will work with engineers and designers to deliver innovative HVAC design solutions for heavy industrial clients, including field investigations, interfacing with clients and vendors, sizing and selecting equipment, and preparing construction design packages.

You will be accountable for the schedule and technical quality of challenging engineering tasks as you gain familiarity with the client’s expectations, scope, budget, and schedule. You will work with a multi-discipline, highly interactive team to meet client needs. Your role keeps the company connected, and you’ll receive support to be successful.

Highlights of your contributions will include:

• Layout and design of HVAC systems
• Development of conceptual and preliminary design documents, including calculations for sizing and selecting systems, Air Flow Diagrams (AFDs), Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), and general arrangements
• Development of final construction documents for systems such as chilled water, cooling water, etc.
• Coordination with other disciplines

Bring your curiosity, talent for multi-tasking and collaboration, and strong organization, and we’ll help you grow and succeed.

• Layout and design of HVAC systems
• Development of conceptual and preliminary design documents (sizing calculations, AFDs, P&IDs, general arrangements)
• Development of final construction documents for HVAC systems (e.g., chilled water, cooling water)
• Interdisciplinary coordination

• At least ten (10) years of experience in the design of HVAC systems for industrial facilities
• Proficiency in Revit
• Thorough knowledge of codes and standards related to HVAC design
• Adaptability to a fast-paced team environment with multiple deadlines
• Ability to collaborate with the project team remotely

• Software experience in AutoCAD, Carrier HAP, Trane Trace 700, and Trane Trace 3D
• Experience in the design of plumbing/utility systems

The base salary range for this position is $ to $ per year. Your actual pay will be based on skills, experience, location, and other factors. Jacobs offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, stock purchase opportunities, and other benefits. Eligible employees may enroll in deferred compensation plans. Jacobs provides a generous Paid Time Off policy and holidays. Some roles may include bonuses or stock-based rewards.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Job posted on October 16, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment.

Jacobs values collaboration and offers a hybrid working policy, enabling a mix of Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Careers Support for assistance.

• Seniority level:
  Not Applicable
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Design, Art/Creative, and IT
• Industries:
  Civil Engineering, Design Services, and IT Services and IT Consulting