Job Description

Jacobs is seeking a candidate to join its Energy & Power Solutions team, focusing on the design and consulting of energy systems, particularly in data center cooling and thermal energy solutions. The role involves collaboration with engineers and clients to develop innovative, sustainable energy projects while receiving mentorship from experienced professionals.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Advanced Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline
At least 5 years of design/consulting experience, or Master’s degree plus at least 4 years of experience, or PhD plus at least 2 years of experience
Demonstrated ability for thermal energy systems modeling, techno-economic evaluations, and thermal energy storage investigations
Industry experience with data center cooling systems
Experience with transient and complex systems simulation programs or languages such as Modelica, TRNSYS, Simulink, and Aspen Plus
Experience with independently authoring differential algebraic equation (DAE) models
Co-simulation experience using Functional Mock-Up Interfaces (FMI) or similar co-simulation framework in scalable energy simulation products
Experience in computation speed and optimization of high-dimensional stiff models
Experience in developing reduced order models and application of advanced optimizers, e.g., CasADi, IPOPT etc.
Physics-based whole-building energy model development experience
Familiarity with Python, R or Julia programming languages
Experience managing projects and teams
Strong communication and technical writing skills

Responsibilities

Provide consulting, advisory, conceptualization, and design of data center cooling systems, district heating and cooling, thermal energy storage, and geothermal resources
Collaborate with mechanical, energy, and geothermal engineering teams in North America
Perform thermodynamic, technology, market, and economic analysis with an emphasis on data center cooling and power generation systems infrastructure
Engage with clients to evaluate their energy needs and develop concept-level plans and solutions
Demonstrate collaboration and high levels of communication and problem-solving skills

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.