Senior Mechanical Designer – Data Center BIM & HVAC

Jacobs; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 141,755,000 - 194,930,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is hiring a Senior Mechanical Designer to support Data Center projects across the U.S. You will develop and deliver mechanical system designs within a multi-disciplinary team, driving innovative solutions in fast-paced environments.

The role requires strong Revit/BIM modeling, HVAC/hydronic design expertise, and collaboration with electrical, structural, and architectural teams to produce construction documents and ensure model coordination.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Design, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 6+ years of mechanical design experience, preferably in mission-critical or industrial facilities
• Strong proficiency in Revit and BIM modeling for mechanical systems
• Experience developing construction documents for HVAC and hydronic systems
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Strong collaboration skills across multi-disciplinary teams

Responsibilities

• Develop Revit/BIM models and construction documents for mechanical systems on data center projects
• Support the layout and design of HVAC and hydronic systems, including chilled water and cooling water systems
• Assist in development of design criteria and basis of design documentation
• Prepare conceptual and preliminary designs, including flow diagrams and general arrangements
• Perform ductwork and piping layout based on load requirements, system diagrams, and equipment configurations
• Produce detailed construction documents, including plans, sections, and system details
• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams (electrical, structural, architectural) to ensure integrated designs
• Participate in model coordination efforts, including clash detection (NavisWorks/Revizto)
• Support design reviews and quality control processes
• Mentor and guide junior designers as appropriate

Skills

Revit/BIM

HVAC design

Hydronic systems

NavisWorks/Revizto

Clash detection

Mentoring junior designers

Education

Associate degree in Design or related field

Tools

NavisWorks

Revizto

Trane Trace

Carrier HAP

Job description

Jacobs is hiring a Senior Mechanical Designer to support Data Center projects across the U.S. You will develop and deliver mechanical system designs within a multi-disciplinary team, driving innovative solutions in fast-paced environments.

The role requires strong Revit/BIM modeling, HVAC/hydronic design expertise, and collaboration with electrical, structural, and architectural teams to produce construction documents and ensure model coordination.