Senior Mechanical Designer – Data Center BIM & MEP Systems

Jacobs; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 103,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Stock purchase

Paid time off

Holidays

Caregiver leave

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Designer to support its Data Center team. You will contribute to mechanical system designs, collaborate with electrical, structural, and architectural teams, and help deliver high-quality solutions for mission-critical facilities.

Lead Revit/BIM modeling, develop construction documents for HVAC and hydronic systems, and coordinate across disciplines with NavisWorks/Revizto. Mentorship of junior designers is a key component of the role.

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 modeling

HVAC design

Piping layout

Cross-disciplinary coordination

Education

Associate degree in Design

Tools

NavisWorks

Revizto

Trane Trace

Carrier HAP

Job description

Jacobs is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Designer to support its Data Center team. You will contribute to mechanical system designs, collaborate with electrical, structural, and architectural teams, and help deliver high-quality solutions for mission-critical facilities.

Lead Revit/BIM modeling, develop construction documents for HVAC and hydronic systems, and coordinate across disciplines with NavisWorks/Revizto. Mentorship of junior designers is a key component of the role.