North America Geothermal Project Engineer
Listed on 2026-06-27
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Engineering
Environmental Engineer, Energy Engineer
North America Geothermal Project Engineer
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.
The energy industry is undergoing rapid and dramatic changes, moving away from fossil fuels to alternative energy sources. At the same time, the risks posed by climate change and aging infrastructure require an array of dynamic and innovative solutions to deliver resilient utility services. This energy transition is still in its early stages, and presents significant technical, logistical, and market challenges.
Decarbonization will require detailed planning, multi-disciplinary collaboration, significant financial resources, and motivated staff to support successful implementation. Jacobs is expanding our Energy & Power team to tackle the complexities of decarbonization to deliver a cleaner and more secure energy future.
There is an upward trending pressure on the renewables industry to provide reliable baseload power. Jacobs has assessed that the geothermal market in North America has an emerging surge of interest across geothermal power generation, direct use for process industries, district heating and ground source heat pump technologies driven by decarbonization of almost all sectors.
The North America Geothermal Project Engineer role will require significant geothermal power plant experience and strong personal networks within the geothermal industry to support our North America Geothermal team with business development activities and project delivery. Responsibilities to include:
This role will be hybrid, full-time, 40 hours/week. Travel will be required. This role can sit in any of our Jacobs office locations, nationwide.
Here's what you'll need:
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering
- 10+ years of experience in geothermal power plant engineering
- Proven ability to engage with clients, develop relationships and win work, and then deliver innovative solutions providing value to both the client and provider
- Demonstrated skills on concept and developed design optimization programs to guide sound technical guidance for decision making
- Experience with types of geothermal power generation including binary, flash, dry steam, combined cycle, etc.
- Experience in all aspects of project development and delivery including but not limited to feasibility studies, cost estimating, conceptual and detailed engineering design, commissioning support, Owner's engineering, plant upgrades post-commissioning, due diligence, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to work with multi-discipline engineering teams
Posted Salary Range:
Minimum $. Posted Salary Range:
Upper $
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. 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, 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.
Locations:
New York, New York, United States
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Houston, Texas, United States
Chandler, Arizona, United States
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Dallas, Texas, United States
Jacksonville, Florida, United States
Fort Worth, Texas, United States
Austin, Texas, United States
Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
Columbus, Mississippi, United States
Denver, Colorado, United States
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