Entry-Level Mechanical Engineer - ELE

Job Description:

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

We're looking for an Entry Level Mechanical Engineer in  Portland, OR  who is excited about working on projects that enable the heart of our clients' business. Join us and you'll have the chance to work on projects including state-of-the-art industrial and commercial facilities.

You will support your team, working closely with client stake holders in a fast-paced, dynamic environment to establish design requirements and produce construction documents for the installation of complex manufacturing tools, tenant improvements, and core facility infrastructure upgrades. Responsibilities include design and layout for wet and dry piping, equipment layout, HVAC, exhaust, fire suppression, process chemical piping and gasses for extensive tools in some of the most complex, densely packed industrial facilities on the planet. The design may include retrofit of existing building systems to accommodate tool installation including engineering calculations, equipment and component sizing, selection, and specification, and support during construction and integration into the factory.

As a mechanical representative on a multi-discipline design team, you will work directly with other Jacobs design staff, client equipment owners, stake holders, and equipment manufacturers of next generation and prototype tools to build utility requirement documents to allow the development of installation design packages. You will interact directly with clients and contractors throughout the design process and assist with RFI and submittal services on site during the construction phase. If you're up for the challenge, we've been looking for someone just like you. Join our team and help us lay the foundation for human progress.

Here's what you'll need

* Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, or closely related major
* Local to or willing to relocate to Portland, OR as this position is considered project site/hybrid and may require you to work in the local office, at a project site, or from your home (within approximately 50 miles of site)
* Visa Sponsorhsip is not available for this role

Ideally you will also have

* Previous Jacobs internship with Mechanical Engineering Department
* Knowledge of AutoCAD and MS Office with fluency in design drawings, word processing, excel spreadsheets, etc
* Experience in semiconductor manufacturing facility design, supporting tool installation projects preferred
* EIT or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $70,000.00 to $95,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on March 20, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support