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Jacobs

Mechanical Engineer

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Jacobs
Global technical professional services firm delivering consulting, engineering & project delivery.
Mechanical engineer for resources projects, handling design, analysis, and project support.
11d ago
Experienced (8-12 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Office Full-Time
Company Size
45,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Architecture & interiors
Construction
Engineering
Environmental
Information technology
Integrated Project Services
Operations & Maintenance
Planning
Sector Specialisms
Advanced Manufacturing
Cities & Places
Energy
Environmental
National Security & Defense
Life Sciences
Transportation
Water
Role
What you would be doing
engineering analysis
document management
specification prep
design management
project coordination
technical communication
  • Engineering Tasks and Analysis Undertake varied engineering tasks of limited scope and complexity. Assist more senior engineers with the analysis of information, production of designs, and computations. Use a combination of standard and modified engineering methods/techniques in addition to those developed in previous assignments for the purposes of solving problems.
  • Documentation Management Ensures team members, clients, and subcontractors have appropriate access given their role, and access is maintained appropriately throughout the life of the project.
  • Documentation and Specification Prepare specifications, proposals, and other documentation under broad supervision. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations in all engineering activities.
  • Client Relationship and Sales Start developing and maintaining strong key client relationships. Collaborate closely with Jacobs’s client management team to identify emerging opportunities with clients.
  • Project and Design Management Support Assist with managing projects delivering on cost, on time, and resulting in client satisfaction. Provide assistance with design management functions on projects. Coordinate multidisciplinary inputs (civil, mechanical, electrical, structural) and facilitate timely reviews by senior designers/engineers. Monitor and report project progress, risks, issues, changes, and metrics; support governance and closure activities. Support budgeting, forecasting, and earned-value tracking; meet commercial outcomes by managing own hours/budgets and, where applicable, small team budgets.
  • Collaboration and Communication Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including project managers, engineers, technicians, and contractors, to coordinate mechanical engineering activities. Communicate effectively to convey technical information, provide guidance, and address project requirements.
  • Project Participation Assume responsibility for the results of simple projects or sections of projects. Participate in planning to achieve prescribed objectives.
What you bring
communication
engineering degree
cpeng
mechanical engineering
engineering software
project delivery
  • Good communication skills (both verbal and written) with the ability to manoeuvre through complex situations effectively and quietly; is sensitive to how people and organizations function; anticipates where sensitivities are and plans their approach accordingly.
  • Ability to work effectively with engineers at all levels and actively monitors events adversely impacting either the project delivery or targeted outcome; escalates appropriately and with fact-based information to present situation to client, and to present corrective options for consideration and implementation.
  • Current knowledge of international and local engineering methods, applicable codes and specifications associated with resources projects.
  • Knowledge of planning, study, detailed design, commissioning and close out of resources projects, with knowledge of current design standards
  • Relevant Tertiary Engineering Degree (Professional Registration CPEng highly regarded) and demonstrated understanding of Mechanical engineering principles and proficiency in engineering software.
  • Knowledge on the various aspects of the planning, design and commissioning processes, construction methods and interface requirements of multi-disciplinary projects.
  • Familiarity with the delivery methodology including initiation, development and delivery phases for resources clients.
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Company
Overview
Founded 1947
Year Established
The firm was established in 1947 by Joseph J. Jacobs as a small engineering venture.
Revenue $14–16B
Annual Revenue Range
The company generates annual revenue between $14 billion and $16 billion.
Backlog $22B
Backlog Value
The firm maintains a robust backlog of approximately $22 billion.
Rank #1 ENR
Top 500 Rank
The company consistently ranks at the top of ENR's Top 500 Design Firms list.
  • Headquartered in Dallas, it has evolved into a global powerhouse delivering consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery services.
  • Its portfolio spans transformative projects—clean water systems, data centers, rail expansions, offshore wind roadmaps, and wastewater plants.
  • Specialising in advanced manufacturing, cities & places, energy, environmental, national security & defense, life sciences, transportation and water sectors.
  • Jacobs has reshaped itself via key moves—spinning off government services, acquiring CH2M in 2017, and exiting traditional oil & gas units.
  • Projects often tackle high-stakes, complex challenges: wastewater treatment in Vancouver, LIRR station upgrades, and AI data centres in Portugal.
  • Unusually, the firm shifted its HQ from California to Dallas in 2016 to align with its expanding national and global reach.
Culture + Values
  • We do things right. We always act with integrity – taking responsibility for our work, caring for our people and staying focused on safety and sustainability. We make investments in our clients, people and communities, so we can grow together.
  • We challenge the accepted. We know that to create a better future, we must ask difficult questions. We always stay curious and are not afraid to try new things.
  • We aim higher. We do not settle – always looking beyond to raise the bar and deliver with excellence. We are committed to our clients by bringing innovative solutions that lead to profitable growth and shared success.
  • We live inclusion. We put people at the heart of our business. We embrace different perspectives, collaborating to make a positive impact. Through an unparalleled focus on inclusion with a diverse team of visionaries, thinkers and doers, we build trust – in each other and across our company.
Environment + Sustainability
100% Renewable Energy
Sustainability Achievement
Achieved 100% renewable energy and net-zero carbon emissions for operations (Scopes 1, 2, and business travel) in 2020, aligned with the PAS 2060 standard.
61% Emissions Reduction
GHG Reduction Milestone
Reduced total value-chain GHG emissions by 61% by FY 22 (from FY 19 baseline) to 130,232 tCO₂e, maintaining net-zero for Scopes 1, 2, and travel emissions after offsets and certificates.
$50/tonne CO₂e
Carbon Pricing Initiative
Introduced carbon pricing of $50 USD per tonne CO₂e on business travel, with generated revenue funding carbon reduction initiatives.
65% Suppliers Target
Supplier Sustainability Commitment
Committed to ensuring 65% of suppliers by spend have science-based targets by 2025.
  • Committed to becoming carbon negative for operations and travel by 2030.
  • Science-based target for full value-chain (Scope 1, 2, and 3) net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
  • Joined The Climate Pledge: carbon-neutral by 2040, a decade ahead of Paris Agreement.
  • Introduced carbon pricing ($50 USD per tonne CO₂e) on business travel with generated revenue funding carbon reduction initiatives.
  • Launched inaugural sustainability-linked bonds in FY 23 tied to gender equality (UN SDG 5/10) and climate action (UN SDG 13).
  • Climate Action Plan: ensure every project becomes a climate-response opportunity; maintain carbon neutrality and 100% low-carbon electricity.
Inclusion & Diversity
45%
Female or Ethnically Diverse Representation
45% of the Board of Directors are female or ethnically diverse.
63%
Diverse Executives
The Executive Leadership Team comprises 63% diverse members.
40%
Women in Leadership
40% of the Executive Leadership Team are women.
8 Networks
Employee Networks
Eight employee networks representing diverse groups within the company.
  • To be the employer of choice and recognized globally for attracting diverse talent where inclusion is our differentiator in bringing innovative thought and solutions to our clients.
  • Create an environment where diverse employees want to join, feel they belong and will thrive.
  • Underwent full pay equity review annually, with budget allocated to rectify inequities in like‑for‑like roles.
  • Instituted inclusion and diversity goals within senior leadership compensation metrics since FY 19.
  • Committed to launching conscious inclusion training for all employees.
  • Partnered with external organizations (e.g., NSBE, SHPE, Catalyst) and recognized by HRC, Disability Equality Index, Times Top 50 Employers for Women, Australia WGEA Employer of Choice.
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