Process Engineer

Title: Entry Level Process Engineer - Cary, NC (LS)

Location: Cary United States

Capabilities

Chemical

Office Setup

Hybrid

Job ID

#34265

Job Description:

Market

Life Science

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 are searching for an Entry Level Process Engineer to join our Advanced Facilities - Life Sciences team in Cary, NC.

In this position you'll impact the world around you by helping us develop life-changing and in many cases life-saving process solutions for our clients. We'll rely on you to support our teams on critical projects while fostering a culture of continuous learning and inclusion as you bring fresh ideas to the table. You'll work alongside professional engineers and designers, gaining exposure to project coordination, relevant computer-assisted engineering software, data collection and so much more.

Join us and you'll have the chance to work on state-of-the-art projects that enable the heart of our clients' business. You'll support implementing, modifying, and maintaining process designs while assisting the development of Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs). You'll have the opportunity to model complex processes and develop process specifications. We'll rely on you to ensure that design conforms to functional specifications, recognized codes and standards, and customer requirements - so we can make big impacts on the world, together.

To be successful in this internship you must be self-driven with exceptional time management and oranizational skills as you will be assigned to multiple projects/tasks and will need the ability to prioritize and take initiative. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal are also imperative as you will be required to communicate with Jacobs Staff at all levels of the organization as well as external stakeholders.

Pave the way for your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow.

Here's what you'll need

• BS Degree in Chemical Engineering from an accredited university
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
• Previous relevant design internship experience

Ideally, you'll also have:

• Experience with SmartPlant P&IDs
• Extracurricular involvement in professional organizations (i.e. SWE, NSBE, SHPE, AIChE, etc.)
• Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

70,000.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

90,000.00

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, one floating holiday, 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 $90,000.00. 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 November 12, 2025. 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.

Locations

CityStateCountryCaryNorth CarolinaUnited States