Sr Mechanical Engineer

Job Summary

This is a direct hire opportunity with Jacobs in the Energy and Power Design/Consulting sector. We are seeking a seasoned professional with a strong background in mechanical engineering design and consulting. The successful candidate will join our team in Cary, NC, a vibrant city known for its high quality of life and proximity to the Research Triangle Park.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients to develop relationships, win work, and deliver innovative solutions providing value to both the client and provider.
• Contribute to business growth strategy by exploring and developing new project opportunities, including the application of new and emerging technologies.
• Participate in proposal development and project execution planning, including scope development and man-hour estimates for engineering services.
• Mentor and develop junior technical staff.
• Manage 3-10 direct reports.
• Travel as required to support project needs (approximately 25%).
• Work at least 2 days per week in the Cary, NC office when not traveling.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• At least 10 years of engineering design and consulting experience.
• Professional Engineering licensure required (any US state); EITs are not eligible.
• Strong communication and technical writing skills.
• Must be a US citizen due to potential federal work.
• Consistent work history with minimal employer changes.
• Relocation assistance considered for the right candidate.

Required Experience

• Thermal utility plants and distribution systems (steam, condensate, hot water, chilled water).
• Utility master planning or decarbonization/climate response planning.
• Cogeneration or combined heat and power systems.
• Natural gas-fueled prime power (gas turbine or large reciprocating engines).
• Heat pump/heat recovery chillers.
• Thermal energy networks, geothermal exchange systems, power generation (e.g., geothermal power).
• Consulting experience in energy design, utility plant design, central utility plants.
• Prior personnel management experience.