Job Description

Jacobs is seeking a seasoned HVAC/Mechanical Subject Matter Expert to lead technical excellence across their global data center portfolio. This role combines deep technical expertise with strategic influence, driving innovation and mentoring emerging talent in mission-critical infrastructure.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred)
20+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, with 15+ years in mission-critical/data center environments
Proven expertise in chilled water systems, economizers, CRAC/CRAH units, and airflow management, and liquid cooling
Strong familiarity with ASHRAE guidelines, building codes, and environmental regulations
Experience with CFD modeling, BMS systems, and energy modeling tools
Proven record of technical innovation solving client's challenges
Professional Engineering (PE) license or equivalent certification is a plus
Exceptional communication, leadership, and multi-tasking skills

Responsibilities

Provide internal technical leadership across HVAC/mechanical disciplines, setting direction and elevating standards
Set design strategy with clients with up front planning. Optimization of mechanical systems for hyperscale and enterprise data centers
Champion innovation in cooling technologies, energy efficiency, and sustainable design
Develop and maintain Jacobs’ mechanical standards, specifications, and best practices
Act as the external face of Jacobs’ technical knowledge in client engagements, industry forums, and strategic pursuits
Partner with sales teams to win our most complex and high-value data center projects
Participate in sales calls, client workshops, and proposal development to shape winning strategies
Support business strategy through thought leadership, technical differentiation, and delivery excellence
Mentor and coach engineers and designers within the HVAC/mechanical discipline
Publish technical papers and contribute to Jacobs’ knowledge base
Present at industry conferences and represent Jacobs in professional associations
Balance strategic initiatives with hands-on project execution, managing multiple priorities in parallel
Support commissioning, troubleshooting, and lifecycle performance of mechanical systems
Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement efforts across global sites

Benefits

Employees at Jacobs are often offered benefits designed around physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing, including health and safety programs, mental health support, retirement and financial planning resources, flexible time off and initiatives that support a strong culture of caring.