Senior Mechanical Lead — Building Systems & Strategy

Jacobs; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Basic life insurance

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Deferred compensation plan

Executive Deferral Plan

Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO)

Paid holidays

Caregiver leave

Merit increases

Performance discretionary bonus

Stock

Job summary

Jacobs seeks a lead mechanical engineer and technical authority to oversee complex building design and renovation projects across sectors. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage HVAC/utility systems, and guide junior engineers while advising clients on technical direction.

The role requires a PE license, a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, and 15+ years of progressive experience in building systems. Life Sciences and Higher Education project experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and PE registration with 15+ years of progressive experience in building systems.
• Experience leading large, complex projects in Life Sciences or Higher Education sectors.
• Proven track record of guiding multidisciplinary teams and delivering design projects.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead mechanical engineer and technical authority across complex building design and renovation projects.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and oversee HVAC and utility system development.
• Provide strategic guidance to clients and to junior engineers.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

HVAC Design

Building Systems Design

Technical Leadership

Project Management

BIM

Quality Assurance

Client Relationship Management

Engineering Consulting

Sustainable Design

Code Compliance

Mentoring

Business Development

Technical Writing

Strategic Design Direction

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) registration

Tools

BIM

Job description

Jacobs seeks a lead mechanical engineer and technical authority to oversee complex building design and renovation projects across sectors. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, manage HVAC/utility systems, and guide junior engineers while advising clients on technical direction.

The role requires a PE license, a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, and 15+ years of progressive experience in building systems. Life Sciences and Higher Education project experience is preferred.