Jacobs Solutions · Virginia Beach, VA

Mechanical Controls Engineer - Federal

Virginia Beach, VASkilled Trades & Maintenance

Listed on Jacobs Solutions’s official careers site. Posted October 24, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.

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Job description

Your impact We’re seeking a Mechanical Controls Engineer to join our Federal design team. As part of our team, you’ll have the chance to work on projects that bring innovative solutions to our clients’ challenges locally and worldwide by providing a range of skills as part of an integrated building services design.

Your role will include: You will be responsible for providing control system design, engineering and other related design services including coordination with the designs of other trades under the guidance of more senior technical staff. Traveling as required for client development and project implementation.

  • Perform all aspects of control system design and engineering, including preparation of construction documents, schematic control diagrams, network riser diagrams, and specifications.
  • Perform site surveys of existing control systems and coordinate the design requirements with building operators and engineers.
  • Review shop drawings and product submittals for control systems.
  • May provide technical guidance to less experienced design and engineering personnel.
  • Maintain effective communication with project team members as well as the client. Here’s what you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related engineering discipline
  • At least 5 years of experience in control system design and engineering, specifically HVAC Controls and BAS/BMS ((Federal including DoD, Federal Civilian and/or Defense Contractor project experience preferred)
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit
  • United States Citizenship
  • Ability to obtain a security clearance required Ideally, you’ll also have
  • TS/SCI clearance
  • Knowledge of IT network/telecommunications and/or PLC/SCADA
  • Experience with cybersecurity Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.

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