Entry Level Mechanical Engineer (Energy/Power)

Jacobs Solutions Inc.; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) plan

Stock purchase discount

Deferred compensation

Executive Deferral Plan

PPTO

7 holidays

Caregiver leave

Merit increases

Bonus

Stock

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an Entry Level Mechanical Engineer focused on Energy and Power in Austin, TX. You will be mentored by Professional Engineers, engage with clients, evaluate energy needs, and develop concept-level plans through to full implementation of solutions.

You will contribute to studies, modeling, calculations, and drawings for energy and power projects, with a path toward professional growth within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial or related engineering discipline.

Responsibilities

• Provide consulting, advisory, conceptualization and design through studies, engineering calculations, modeling and simulation for energy and power projects.
• Prepares design and construction drawings, specifications for energy systems.
• Perform piping/equipment sizing, energy analysis and life-cycle cost evaluations.
• Conduct stress analysis, digital twinning, and other detailed engineering calculations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and clients to deliver end-to-end solutions.

Skills

Strong communication

Technical writing

Cross-functional teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

CADWorx

NavisWorks

Pipe-Flo

AFT Fathom

Arrow

Python

R

Julia

Modelica

TRNSYS

Simulink

Aspen Plus

Thermoflow

Aspen/Hysys

Job description

Entry Level Mechanical Engineer (Energy/Power)

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.

Your impact

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.

Jacobs' Energy and Power Solutions team is searching for driven Entry-Level Mechanical Engineers excited about starting a career focused on the energy and power market, ideally based in Austin, TX.

The energy industry is undergoing rapid and dramatic changes, transforming the utility landscape to enhance reliability and sustainability. In response, Jacobs is expanding its Energy & Power Solutions team to tackle the complexities of decarbonization and deliver a cleaner and more secure energy future. If you are seeking a meaningful career in the Energy sector, this may be the perfect fit for you! In this position you will receive the opportunity to be mentored by Professional Engineers while you engage with our clients, evaluate their energy needs, develop concept-level plans and solutions, and take these through detailed design to provide for full implementation of the solution. We offer and deliver a true "end-to-end" life-cycle service from exploration, development, and design to operation, optimization, and repowering/retirement. Your primary responsibilities will focus on providing consulting, advisory, conceptualization, and design through studies, engineering calculations, modeling and simulation, design and construction drawings, and specifications for energy and power projects. Specific tasks may include piping and equipment sizing, flow modeling, energy analysis, life cycle cost evaluations, stress analysis, digital twinning, and other detailed engineering calculations. You’ll be expected to possess a strong grasp of engineering fundamentals, an understanding of mechanical engineering, and exceptional problem-solving skills with the confidence to explore innovative solutions. Prior design or consulting internships are highly regarded and ideally, you will have at least one internship which aligns with the responsibilities of this role. If you are passionate about developing reliable and sustainable energy projects, motivated by a challenge, and enjoy working with a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team to develop innovative solutions, Jacobs is the place for you. Come join our growing team to realize the future of energy!

Here's what you'll need

Bachelor's or Advanced Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical engineering, Industrial Engineering or related engineering discipline

EIT or ability to obtain upon hire

Strong communication and technical writing skills

Ability to successfully work in a cross-functional global team, thriving in both collaborative and independent settings

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• Familiarity with 3D modeling such as Revit, AutoCAD, CADWorx or NavisWorks software
• Familiarity with flow modeling such as Pipe-Flo or AFT Fathom / Arrow software
• One or more of the following:
• Familiarity with Python, R or Julia programming languages
• Familiarity with transient/dynamic and complex systems simulation programs or languages such as Modelica, TRNSYS, Simulink, or Aspen Plus
• Familiarity with thermodynamic modeling such as Thermoflow or Aspen/Hysys software

Familiarity with district energy systems, power generation facilities, data center cooling systems, building energy modeling, geothermal power, geothermal direct use, or geo-exchange district energy (heating and cooling) systems

• Familiarity with field operations is a bonus. Specifically, the operations and maintenance of boilers, chillers, turbines, or other industrial machinery.
• Ability to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future

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.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• basic life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• the ability to purchase company stock at a discount
• deferred compensation plan
• Executive Deferral Plan
• unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy
• seven paid holidays
• caregiver leave
• merit increases
• performance discretionary bonus
• stock

The base salary range for this position is $65,550.00 to $99,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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.

Job posted on October 20, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.