Mechanical Engineer - Federal

Jacobs; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase option

PPTO with holidays

Caregiver leave

Job summary

Jacobs in Knoxville, TN seeks a Mechanical Engineer to lead HVAC and plant utility design for federal projects. You will develop design approaches, perform load calculations, and craft BMS concepts, while supporting field activities and documentation.

The role requires a BS in Mechanical Engineering, 2+ years of HVAC/building design experience, Revit skills, and strong communication. U.S. Citizenship is required for eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 2+ years HVAC/building design experience, federal/DoD exposure preferred.
• Proficient with Revit; strong load calculations/energy modeling ability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; US citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual and basis design approaches for HVAC and utilities.
• Develop equipment specs, construction docs and load calculations.
• Create airflow, pressurization, ductwork and piping plans; BMS concepts.
• Support construction through submittals, RFIs, and site visits; assist startup.
• Direct Revit Designers; manage mechanical scope within budgets/schedules.
• Travel as required for client development and project implementation.

Skills

Revit

HVAC design

Load calculations

US Citizenship

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical engineering

Tools

Navisworks

Bluebeam

Trane Trace 700

Trace 3D Plus

Carrier HAP

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

At Jacobs, we’re not just building structures, we’re helping our clients innovate and grow by designing, engineering, and executing the construction of state-of-the-art facilities that are changing our world. We push the limits of what’s possible to make the world smarter, more connected, and more sustainable.

Your role will include

Developing overall Conceptual and Basis of Design level design approaches and documentation. Developing HVAC and plant utility systems philosophies. Developing mechanical / utility equipment and construction specifications. Performing temperature / humidity control / utility load calculations. Developing airflow diagrams, pressurization plans, and classification, as well as ductwork and piping plans. Developing equipment plans, plant utility distribution plans, and system details. Developing building management system (BMS) control philosophy, details, and Sequence of Operations.

Performing construction assistance in the form of submittal reviews, RFI responses, and field visits to verify construction of Mechanical / Utilities scope is executed per the intent of the design and assisting in start-up of systems when required. Directing activities of Revit Designers as well as use Revit when necessary. Managing and developing mechanical / utilities scope for project budgets and schedules. Traveling as required for client development and project implementation.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Bachelor’sDegree in Mechanical engineering
• At least2years relevant professional experience for HVAC/Mechanical buildings-related design projects (Federal including DoD, Federal Civilian and/or Defense Contractor project experience preferred)
• Experience with Revit
• Proficiency in load calculation / energy modeling software such as Trane Trace 700, Trace 3D Plus, Carrier HAP, etc
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• United States Citizenship

Ideally, you’ll also have

• FE/EIT certification, or eligibility to obtain EIT certification
• Ability and desire to pursue Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure
• Experience with Navisworks and Bluebeam

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 $85,000.00 to $100,000.00. 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 22, 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.