Mechanical Controls Engineer - Federal

Jacobs Solutions Inc.; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Stock purchase

PPTO

Paid holidays

Caregiver leave

Job summary

Jacobs Solutions Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Controls Engineer to join the Federal design team. You will design control systems for HVAC/BMS projects, coordinate with multiple trades, and travel as needed for client development and project implementation.

The role requires a bachelor’s in mechanical engineering, 5+ years in control system design, and the ability to obtain a security clearance. Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit is expected, with cybersecurity knowledge a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years in control system design and engineering, HVAC Controls and BAS/BMS, federal project experience preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance.
• Knowledge of IT network/telecommunications and/or PLC/SCADA.
• Experience with cybersecurity.

Responsibilities

• Provide control system design, engineering and related design services, coordinating with other trades under senior guidance.
• Travel as required for client development and project implementation.
• Perform design of control systems including construction documents, schematic diagrams, network riser diagrams and specs.
• Conduct site surveys of existing control systems and coordinate with operators and engineers.
• Review shop drawings and product submittals for control systems.
• Provide technical guidance to less experienced design and engineering personnel.
• Maintain effective communication with project team and client.

Skills

HVAC Controls

BAS/BMS

Security clearance eligibility

AutoCAD

Revit

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

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’re seeking a Mechanical Controls Engineer to join our Federal design team. As part of our team, you’ll have the chance to work on projects that bring innovative solutions to our clients’ challenges locally and worldwide by providing a range of skills as part of an integrated building services design.

Your role will include:

You will be responsible for providing control system design, engineering and other related design services including coordination with the designs of other trades under the guidance of more senior technical staff. Traveling as required for client development and project implementation.

• Perform all aspects of control system design and engineering, including preparation of construction documents, schematic control diagrams, network riser diagrams, and specifications.
• Perform site surveys of existing control systems and coordinate the design requirements with building operators and engineers.
• Review shop drawings and product submittals for control systems.
• May provide technical guidance to less experienced design and engineering personnel.
• Maintain effective communication with project team members as well as the client.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related engineering discipline
• At least 5 years of experience in control system design and engineering, specifically HVAC Controls and BAS/BMS ((Federal including DoD, Federal Civilian and/or Defense Contractor project experience preferred)
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit
• Ability to obtain a security clearance required

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Knowledge of IT network/telecommunications and/or PLC/SCADA
• Experience with cybersecurity

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.

The base salary range for this position is $110,000.00 to $160,000.00. 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.

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.