Intermediate-Level Mechanical Engineer - Cities & Places

Jacobs; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 74,700 - 116,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Unlimited Personalized Paid Time Off

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an Intermediate Mechanical Engineer in Houston, TX. This role involves performing building mechanical design and analysis for a variety of projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering and at least two years of relevant experience.

Jacobs values a collaborative culture and offers a hybrid working model, allowing employees to balance in-office and remote work. The competitive salary range for this position is $74,700 to $116,700.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in infrastructure and building-related design.
• Ability to lead mechanical design efforts.
• Experience in multi-discipline teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform building mechanical analysis and design.
• Support pipe sizing calculations and pump selection.
• Contribute to HVAC design and hydraulic studies.

Skills

Lead mechanical engineer

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

US building codes knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Revit

Job description

Position Overview

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

We share a common purpose – to make the world more connected and sustainable. And we’re excited about the innovative ways we can change the world. We design some of the most complex facilities being constructed today from conceptualization through construction support. Project delivery strategies include design/bid/build, design build, and Integrated Project Delivery, and are often highly collaborative with the client, general contractor, and trade partners. The key to our success is our culture of continuous improvement, innovation, team‑oriented work practices, inclusion and diversity, and respect for everyone.

Role

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Intermediate level Mechanical Engineer in Houston, TX. As a Mechanical Engineering Professional, part of our Cities and Places team, you will be an integral member of the design team. You will have the opportunity to perform building mechanical analysis and design for a wide range of projects locally, nationally, and around the world, producing technical reports, construction drawings and technical specifications. Specific Mechanical design efforts will entail design for manufacturing, education and healthcare facilities, data centers, planning studies, water and wastewater treatment facilities. Additionally, your expertise will be leveraged to help support pipe sizing calculations, pump selection, piping systems, chemical systems, HVAC Design, and hydraulic studies.

Responsibilities

Specific mechanical design efforts will entail design for manufacturing, education and healthcare facilities, data centers, planning studies, water and wastewater treatment facilities. Additionally, your expertise will support pipe sizing calculations, pump selection, piping systems, chemical systems, HVAC design, and hydraulic studies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering
• Minimum of 2 years relevant professional experience for infrastructure and building‑related design projects
• Ability to perform as a lead mechanical engineer
• Experience working in a multi‑discipline team with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Construction support services experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Experience with US building codes IMC, UMC, ASHRAE 90.1/62.1/62.2, IPC, IBC.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineering registration (P.E.) or ability to obtain.
• Experience using building BIM drafting software (AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit)
• Practical, hands‑on experience and/or construction support.
• Project Management Experience
• Experience with alternate delivery (Design‑Build, CMAR/CM‑GC and/or EPC projects).
• Experience in developing project level of efforts for building mechanical design.

Benefits

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.

Salary

The base salary range for this position is $74,700.00 to $116,700.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Equal Opportunity

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

Job posted on July 02, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Work Arrangement

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.

Application Support

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.