Building Mechanical Engineer - Remote

As a Building Mechanical Engineer in Jacobs' Boise office, you'll be at the cutting edge of our efforts to bring innovation and excellence to some of the most exciting facilities projects in the region. You'll use your exceptional design and analytical skills to plan and design Building Mechanical (HVAC and plumbing,) systems primarily for industrial facilities for water and wastewater projects, but you'll also contribute to federal and military programs, industrial, and institutional projects.  

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to lead and mentor less experienced engineers as you deliver critical project work. You'll prepare construction drawings and specifications for submission to clients, as well as provide jurisdictional plan checks and permitting support. Engineered systems you'll be working with include package systems, central plants, air distribution, hydronic systems, plumbing systems, and controls. Knowledge of fire protection systems is also desirable. 

You'll also have the opportunity to:

        Design complete HVAC systems, including package type and central plants

        Design complete plumbing systems, including utility and potable distribution systems, drainage systems, and miscellaneous systems such as compressed air and natural gas

        Perform calculations for HVAC loads, duct and pipe sizing

        Prepare calculations for Plumbing systems, including water and drainage flows, water heater sizing and pump sizing and selection

        Select equipment, vendor coordination, and edit specifications

        Conduct field evaluations and develop as-built drawings

        Manage and coordinate work with engineers and technicians of other disciplines and architects

        Lead meetings and communicate with clients, vendors, and other project stakeholders to establish project needs and discuss design issues 

        Manage quality and schedule of work and interface with clients

        Support field staff during construction phase of projects, including responding to submittal reviews and requests for information.

Qualifications - External

        Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) preferred, but consideration will be given to candidates with degrees in other fields of engineering

        A minimum of 5 years producing HVAC and plumbing designs

        PE License

        Working knowledge of applicable building codes and standards such as ASHRAE, NFPA, SMACNA, IBC, etc.

        Good writing skills and experience preparing technical specifications and reports

        Strong communication skills and an ability to develop creative solutions when needed

        Willingness to learn new skills and practices as needed

Ideally, you'll also have:

        Carrier HAP or Trane Trace experience

        Experience with fire suppression designs using a performance system approach

        Experience with life-cycle costs, and energy analyses

Jacobs 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. Eligible employees and their dependents may elect medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan, and if eligible, a deferred compensation plan, and Executive Deferral Plan. We have an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for eligible full-time exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. Hired applicants will be able to purchase company stock and have the opportunity to receive a performance discretionary bonus.

The base salary range for this position is $68,000 to $182,000. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. 

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        Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) preferred, but consideration will be given to candidates with degrees in other fields of engineering

        A minimum of 5 years producing HVAC and plumbing designs

        PE License

        Working knowledge of applicable building codes and standards such as ASHRAE, NFPA, SMACNA, IBC, etc.

        Good writing skills and experience preparing technical specifications and reports

        Strong communication skills and an ability to develop creative solutions when needed

        Willingness to learn new skills and practices as needed

Ideally, you'll also have:

        Carrier HAP or Trane Trace experience

        Experience with fire suppression designs using a performance system approach

        Experience with life-cycle costs, and energy analyses