Entry Level Mechanical Engineer - FED/IRV

Are you ready to launch your engineering career on projects that make a real impact? We're looking for an Entry Level Mechanical Engineer to join our Federal Buildings team in Irvine, CA where you'll help design innovative facilities that support U.S. Department of Defense, federal civilian agencies, and defense contractor clients.

From day one, you'll work alongside experienced engineers and multidisciplinary teams on state-of-the-art industrial and commercial facilities. You'll gain hands-on experience throughout the project lifecycle while developing technical expertise, collaborating with industry professionals, and contributing to solutions that serve critical missions around the world.

As you grow in your role, you'll help establish design criteria, evaluate and develop engineering solutions, perform calculations, and produce technical deliverables including drawings and specifications. You'll also gain exposure to project planning, client expectations, budgets, schedules, and quality standards, building a strong foundation for a successful engineering career. To be successful in this position you must possess excellent communication, problem solving, and organizational skills in order to thrive in our hybrid work environmen and have effective interaction with co-workers, supervisors, and clients virtually.

At Jacobs, our Mechanical Engineers design HVAC, plumbing, and other building systems for government and institutional clients across a diverse range of project types, sizes, and locations. No two projects are exactly the same, giving you the opportunity to continuously learn and expand your skills.

In this role, you'll:

• Participate in site surveys, facility assessments, client meetings, and project planning workshops.

• Develop engineering calculations, drawings, and specifications while coordinating closely with other design disciplines.

• Support construction-phase activities, including reviewing contractor submittals and responding to design-related questions.

• Collaborate with project teams from project kickoff through completion to help deliver high-quality work on schedule and within budget.

• Learn and apply industry standards, building codes, and engineering best practices while working on complex real-world projects.

Bring your curiosity, problem-solving mindset, and passion for engineering, and we'll provide the support, mentorship, and opportunities to help you grow. At Jacobs, you'll build the skills, relationships, and experiences that shape your future while helping create solutions that make a lasting impact on communities and clients around the world.

• U.S. Citizenship is required for this role, applicants on OPT or other visa related authorization are unable to be considered

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering from ABET accredited program

• 0-2 years of experience in Building Mechanical systems

• Experience with AutoCAD & Revit

• EIT or ability to obtain upon hire

• Previous internship with Jacobs

Ideally you will also have:

• Proficiency using Revit to develop contract drawings

• Previous internship experience working with Building Mechanical Systems

Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.