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Sr. Mechanical Engineer - Tunnel Ventilation/HVAC Design

Jacobs

Location

New York, NY

Type

Full-time

Posted

7/23/2026

Compensation

$152,000 - $230,000 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202698.3% approval+57% YoY
💎 Strong sponsor

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer specializing in Tunnel Ventilation and HVAC design to join their team in New York City. This role focuses on performing and supervising the design and calculations for tunnel ventilation systems. The engineer will work closely with other trades and provide technical support while mentoring junior engineers. The position emphasizes collaboration and requires a strong background in mechanical engineering and design.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
  • 15 to 25 years of post-graduate professional experience in mechanical tunnel ventilation and HVAC design is necessary.
  • Experience with the design of tunnel ventilation fans and other mechanical equipment is essential.
  • Proficiency in computer-aided drafting tools is required.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Perform and supervise calculations and detailed design of tunnel ventilation systems.
  • Develop designs of fire life safety systems and coordinate with other engineering trades.
  • Provide technical and application support for engineering and design groups.
  • Conduct CFD and SES modeling and mentor junior engineers.
  • Perform field inspections, testing, and airflow measurements.

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.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Jacobs Engineering Group Inc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

55

FY2026

Approval rate

98.3%

FY2026

LCA certified

32

FY2026

Entry-level share

18.8%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+57%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-80%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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