Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Jacobs
Job overview
The Senior Mechanical HVAC Engineer role at Jacobs in Cary, NC involves leading and supporting advanced facilities projects, focusing on HVAC, utility, plumbing, and fire protection systems to deliver innovative engineering solutions.
Responsibilities and impact
The engineer will manage project budgets, schedules, and technical quality, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, provide on-site startup assistance, and mentor junior team members to ensure successful project delivery.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range is $120,400 to $200,000 with benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), stock purchase options, unlimited paid time off, holidays, caregiver leave, and potential bonuses.
Experience and skills
Requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, 12+ years in mechanical engineering and design, preferably 5+ years in Life Sciences consulting, PE preferred, leadership skills, and strong communication and problem-solving abilities; industrial design and project management experience are a plus.
Career development
Opportunities to mentor junior staff and work on cutting-edge projects support professional growth and skill development within a leading engineering firm.
Work environment and culture
Jacobs promotes collaboration with a hybrid work policy balancing remote work and in-office presence, emphasizing innovation, creativity, and employee support.
Company information
Jacobs is a global engineering company focused on solving critical problems in cities, environments, and industries through innovative and sustainable solutions.
Team overview
The role involves working in a multi-discipline, highly interactive team of designers, engineers, and project managers focused on state-of-the-art industrial and commercial facilities.
Job location and travel
Position is based in Cary, North Carolina, with a hybrid work model requiring about two days per week in the office and the remainder remote.
Unique job features
The job offers the chance to work on advanced, state-of-the-art industrial and commercial facility projects with opportunities for leadership and technical innovation.
Company overview
Jacobs is a global professional services firm that specializes in providing a wide range of technical, professional, and construction services. They operate across diverse sectors including infrastructure, aerospace, defense, environmental, and nuclear. Jacobs generates revenue through project management, consulting, engineering, and construction services. Founded in 1947, the company has a rich history of growth and acquisitions, including the significant acquisition of CH2M Hill in 2017, which expanded their capabilities and market reach.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your extensive mechanical engineering expertise with a focus on HVAC, utilities, fire protection, and plumbing systems, emphasizing your experience in an EPCM environment and leadership of multidisciplinary teams.
Emphasize your practical application of mechanical engineering principles in industrial and commercial facilities, particularly in life sciences or similar sectors, showcasing project management skills and ability to meet budget and schedule requirements.
Apply through multiple channels including Jacobs' corporate careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your application's visibility and reach within the company.
Connect on LinkedIn with current Jacobs engineers and project managers in the Cary, NC office or within the Life Sciences division, using ice breakers like commenting on recent Jacobs projects in advanced facilities or asking about their experience with hybrid work culture.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'mechanical HVAC engineer,' 'EPCM,' 'Life Sciences consulting,' 'project management,' 'multidisciplinary teams,' and 'PE licensed' to ensure your resume passes initial electronic screenings.
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