Entry Level Process Engineer - Cary, NC; LS

Entry Level Process Engineer - Cary, NC (LS)

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Base pay range $70,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr

At Jacobs, we're challenging 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, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

We are searching for an Entry Level Process Engineer to join our Advanced Facilities – Life Sciences team in Cary, NC. In this position you’ll impact the world by helping us develop life‑changing and many times life‑saving process solutions for our clients. You’ll support our teams on critical projects while fostering a culture of continuous learning and inclusion as you bring fresh ideas to the table.

You’ll work alongside professional engineers and designers, gaining exposure to project coordination, relevant computer‑assisted engineering software, data collection and more.

You’ll support implementing, modifying, and maintaining process designs while assisting the development of Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs). You’ll have the opportunity to model complex processes and develop process specifications. You will ensure that design conforms to functional specifications, recognized codes and standards, and customer requirements – so we can make big impacts together.

To be successful in this internship you must be self‑driven with exceptional time‑management and organizational skills as you will be assigned to multiple projects/tasks and will need the ability to prioritize and take initiative. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are also imperative as you will need to communicate with Jacobs Staff at all levels of the organization as well as external stakeholders.

Pave the way for your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow.

Here’s what you’ll need

• BS Degree in Chemical Engineering from an accredited university
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
• Previous relevant design internship experience

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Experience with Smart Plant P&IDs
• Extracurricular involvement in professional organizations (e.g. SWE, NSBE, SHPE, AIChE, etc.)
• Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you. 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 has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave.

And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

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.