Mechanical Quality Lead (LSNA-NC)

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

At Jacobs, we’re not just building structures, we’re helping our clients innovate and grow by designing, engineering, and executing the construction of their state-of-the-art facilities that are changing our world. 

We're looking for an Mechanical Quality Lead in and around the Cary/Wilson, NC area 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’ll be a key member of the Construction

Management Team accountable for:

• Communicating field quality issues to appropriate stakeholders

• Working with discipline subcontractors to ensure that the contractor quality plans and Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) are in place and in compliance with site specific requirements

• Leading contractor quality audits on-site and in fabrication facilities

• Leading the effort to ensure ITPs and inspection and test forms (Test Packs) are understood by the contractor and construction management team, acted on and completed as required in a timely fashion, with all Test Packs completed in compliance with ITPs

• Assisting in developing Construction Turn Over Package requirements

• Providing on-site assistance, monitoring and visually inspecting material at receipt and before installation

• Ensuring Nonconformities are captured in Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and approved corrective actions are implemented

Bring your curiosity, talent for multi-tasking and collaboration, and extreme organizational skills and we’ll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what drives you – so we can make big impacts on the world, together.  

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management or other, or equivalent years of experience in lieu of degree.

• At least 8 years of experience working in the Industrial Construction Field, with applicable QA/QC experience

• Ability to read and understand engineering specifications, documents, and drawings.

• Proficiency in Office 365 platforms such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.

• Strong communication skills both verbal and written   

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills    

• Forward thinking, eager to learn best practices, and contribute with innovative ideas   

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• Effective oral and written communication

• Ability to learn quickly, driven to broaden knowledge base   

• Ability to work effectively in a variety of teams, including multi-disciplinary teams  

• Adaptability 

• Life Sciences/Pharma construction experience

• Certified technical training is preferred

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Posted Salary Range: Minimum

123,600.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

195,000.00

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, 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 $123,600.00 to $195,000.00. 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 April 30, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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

City State Country
Wilson	North Carolina	United States
Cary	North Carolina	United States