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Entry Level Mechanical Engineer (Energy/Power)

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jacobs solutionsPortland (ME)

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Senior

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$65,500 per year

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Entry-Level Mechanical Engineer Jacobs' Energy and Power Solutions team is searching for driven Entry-Level Mechanical Engineers excited about starting a career focused on the energy and power market, ideally based in Portland, OR.The energy industry is undergoing rapid and dramatic changes, transforming the utility landscape to enhance reliability and sustainability. In response, Jacobs is expanding its Energy & Power Solutions team to tackle the complexities of decarbonization and deliver a cleaner and more secure energy future. If you are seeking a meaningful career in the Energy sector, this may be the perfect fit for you! In this position you will receive the opportunity to be mentored by Professional Engineers while you engage with our clients, evaluate their energy needs, develop concept-level plans and solutions, and take these through detailed design to provide for full implementation of the solution. We offer and deliver a true "end-to-end" life-cycle service from exploration, development, and design to operation, optimization, and repowering/retirement. Your primary responsibilities will focus on providing consulting, advisory, conceptualization, and design through studies, engineering calculations, modeling and simulation, design and construction drawings, and specifications for energy and power projects. Specific tasks may include piping and equipment sizing, flow modeling, energy analysis, life cycle cost evaluations, stress analysis, digital twinning, and other detailed engineering calculations. You'll be expected to possess a strong grasp of engineering fundamentals, an understanding of mechanical engineering, and exceptional problem-solving skills with the confidence to explore innovative solutions. Prior design or consulting internships are highly regarded and ideally, you will have at least one internship which aligns with the responsibilities of this role. If you are passionate about developing reliable and sustainable energy projects, motivated by a challenge, and enjoy working with a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team to develop innovative solutions, Jacobs is the place for you. Come join our growing team to realize the future of energy! Here's what you'll need: Bachelor's or Advanced Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related engineering disciplineEIT or ability to obtain upon hire Strong communication and technical writing skills Ability to successfully work in a cross-functional global team, thriving in both collaborative and independent settings Ideally, you'll also have: Familiarity with 3D modeling such as Revit, AutoCAD, CADWorx or NavisWorks softwareFamiliarity with flow modeling such as Pipe-Flo or AFT Fathom / Arrow software One or more of the following: Familiarity with Python, R or Julia programming languages Familiarity with transient/dynamic and complex systems simulation programs or languages such as Modelica, TRNSYS, Simulink, or Aspen Plus Familiarity with thermodynamic modeling such as Thermoflow or Aspen/Hysys softwareFamiliarity with district energy systems, power generation facilities, data center cooling systems, building energy modeling, geothermal power, geothermal direct use, or geo-exchange district energy (heating and cooling) systems Familiarity with field operations is a bonus. Specifically, the operations and maintenance of boilers, chillers, turbines, or other industrial machinery. Ability to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future The base salary range for this position is $65,500.00 to $99,000.00. 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. Locations Portland - Oregon - United States

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