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Mechanical Engineer

Jacobs

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Type

Full-time

Posted

8/1/2026

Compensation

$69,500 - $95,500 per year

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202698.3% approval+57% YoY
💎 Strong sponsor

Job description

The Mechanical Engineer position at Jacobs focuses on tackling complex engineering challenges in building systems, particularly HVAC and plumbing. The role is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and offers hybrid work flexibility. The team emphasizes collaboration and innovation, providing mentorship opportunities to help engineers grow in their careers. This position is ideal for those passionate about making a real impact through engineering solutions.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • At least 2 years of practical application of mechanical engineering design in building systems
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to collaborate and work effectively in multi-disciplinary teams
  • Ability to work onsite two days per week in Pittsburgh, PA

Responsibilities

  • Accountable for schedule and technical quality of engineering tasks
  • Provide on-site assistance during startup and coordinate work activities
  • Deliver on the design, development, application, evaluation, recommendation, and specification of engineered systems
  • Work on projects related to HVAC, cleanrooms, chilled and heating water, and process exhaust
  • Engage in mentorship opportunities to enhance engineering 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.

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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