Senior Plumbing Engineer (Data Center)

Jacobs; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 123,600 - 162,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Unlimited paid time off

Stock purchase options

Job summary

Jacobs is looking for a high-energy Plumbing Engineer in Chicago to join our Building Mechanical team, delivering innovative plumbing design solutions for industrial clients. You will perform field investigations, collaborate with a team on design packages, and ensure the technical quality of engineering tasks.

The ideal candidate possesses at least 8 years of experience in plumbing design, a Professional Engineering License, and a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering. Benefits include medical insurance, a 401(k), stock purchase options, and unlimited paid time off.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineering License required.
• Minimum of 8 years experience in plumbing systems design.
• Thorough knowledge of related codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop design criteria for plumbing systems.
• Layout and design plumbing systems including sanitary sewer and other utilities.
• Prepare final design documents and specifications.

Skills

Plumbing system design

Team leadership

Client and vendor interfacing

Project management

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit

Job description

Position Overview

We’re looking for a high‑energy Plumbing Engineer to join our Building Mechanical team and help deliver innovative plumbing design solutions for our heavy industrial clients. You will work alongside a team of engineers and designers performing field investigations, interfacing with clients and vendors, sizing and selecting equipment, and preparing construction design packages.

Responsibilities

• Development of the design criteria for plumbing systems.
• Layout and design of plumbing systems including sanitary sewer, process sewer, potable water, hot water, natural gas, and roof drainage.
• Development of final design documents including specifications associated with these systems.
• Coordination with other disciplines.
• Accountability for the schedule and technical quality of challenging engineering tasks while gaining familiarity with client expectations, scope, budget, and schedule.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineering License.
• At least eight (8) years’ experience in the design of plumbing systems.
• Thorough knowledge of codes and standards related to plumbing system design.
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Adaptability to work within a fast‑paced team environment with multiple deadlines.
• Ability to lead a building mechanical team on a project and collaborate with other discipline team members remotely.

Ideal Additional Qualifications

• Software experience in Revit.

Benefits

Health and welfare benefits include 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. The company offers unlimited U.S. personalized paid time off (PPTO), seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. Some roles may be eligible for merit increases, discretionary performance bonuses, and stock.

Base Salary

Base salary range: $123,600.00 to $162,300.00. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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.