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Now Hiring: Mechanical Project Foreman Are you a seasoned pipefitter with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for leading high-performing teams? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where quality, safety, and project execution are top priorities? If so, we want you to be our next Mechanical Project Foreman! We're looking for a proactive and experienced leader who knows the ins and outs of mechanical systems, understands the importance of keeping projects on track, and isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves and get the job done. If you're ready to take ownership of complex mechanical projects from start to finish — this is your next big opportunity. ️What You’ll Do: As the Mechanical Project Foreman, you'll be the driving force behind our field operations, working directly with our Fabrication Shop, project managers, subcontractors, and technicians to ensure our projects meet deadlines, stay within budget, and exceed quality and safety expectations. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and Supervise Teams: Manage pipefitters, pipe welders, and helpers on-site, assign tasks, and ensure top-notch execution while promoting teamwork and accountability. • Plan and Execute Projects: Interpret blueprints and create detailed work plans, and ensure all permits, safety notices, and job office setups are in place and compliant. • Maintain Safety & Quality: Conduct regular inspections, monitor safety practices, and make real-time decisions to uphold the highest standards. • Track Progress & Costs: Keep detailed daily logs, manage change orders, and monitor labor, material usage, and expenses to maintain budget compliance. • Solve Problems On the Fly: Tackle design conflicts, equipment issues, or scheduling delays with smart, effective solutions to keep the project moving. • Push for Better: Identify ways to improve workflows and increase operational efficiency on every project. What You Bring to the Table: • Minimum 5 years of pipefitting experience. • Proven leadership as a Mechanical Project Foreman (or similar role) in the construction industry. • Strong working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, piping systems, and equipment installation. • Excellent blueprint reading and technical interpretation skills. • Experience with construction codes (IMC), OSHA regulations, and safety compliance. • Proficiency with iPads, computers, and project management tools. • Outstanding communication, organization, and decision-making skills. • A strong sense of urgency and dedication to delivering high-quality work — safely and on time. Ready to Step Into Leadership? If you're ready to take your mechanical expertise to the next level and make a meaningful impact on high-profile projects, we want to hear from you. Apply now and become part of a team where your leadership makes a real difference.
See More Details >>We share a common purpose - to make the world more connected and sustainable. And we’re excited about the innovative ways we can change the world. If you are also interested in turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good, then Jacobs is where you belong. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Process Mechanical Designer in Gainesville, FL. 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. You’ll be charged with designing and drafting process mechanical systems for water and wastewater pump stations, treatment facilities/processes for water and wastewater plants, conveyance systems, and developing construction drawings. If you’re up for the challenge, we’ve been looking for someone just like you. • At least 5 years of experience computer aided drafting in water/wastewater and civil projects. • Demonstrated experience with Microstation, OpenPlant or AECOSim (REVIT and AutoCAD (Civil3D, Plant 3D, a plus). • Direct experience in production of mechanical design drawings in the areas of building systems design, process equipment, pump and piping systems design, and civil yard piping. #LI-DL1 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. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.
See More Details >>Assistant/Associate/Full Professor - Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering Job No: 533218 Work Type: Tenure-Track Faculty Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) Categories: Engineering Department: 19020000 - EG-MECHANICAL / AEROSPACE ENG Job Description Classification Title: Assistant/Associate/Full Professor Job Description: The Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering (MAE) in the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering (HWCOE) at the University of Florida invites applications for multiple full-time, nine-month tenure-track faculty positions at the rank of Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor. The positions have an anticipated start date of August 2025. We are seeking candidates in all areas related to Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. However, we have a special interest in candidates with backgrounds in energy related fields, digital twin and uncertainty quantification, structures (AI and soft material applications), autonomy and combustion. The Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering at the University of Florida (https://mae.ufl.edu/) has over 60 faculty members working in all aspects of mechanical and aerospace engineering and is expected to grow in upcoming years. The total student population is approximately 2700 with nearly 200 in the Ph.D. program. Recent U.S. News & World Report has MAE ranked as 16th and 19th for the aerospace and mechanical engineering programs, respectively, among graduate engineering public universities in the US. The University of Florida is ranked as the #6 Best Public US University according to U.S. News & World Report. Expected Salary: Salary to commensurate with education and experience. Minimum Requirements: A PhD in a related field by the start date. Preferred Qualifications: The faculty members will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses within the mechanical and aerospace engineering curricula; initiate and sustain externally sponsored research programs; recruit and supervise graduate students; and engage in service activities for the University and the profession. Dedication to excellence in research, teaching, and service, and evidence of scholarly achievements are required. The candidate should have a record of or demonstrate the potential for successful proposal writing, PhD student mentoring, scholarship, and classroom teaching. Special Instructions to Applicants: The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and will continue to receive applications until the positions are filled. All applications must be submitted through UFCareers at: https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/listing/ (Search Job #533218). Complete applications must include the following files in PDF format: (1) cover letter which specifies research area, (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) the names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of no less than three and up to five references. Additional required documents should be uploaded as one PDF to the "other documents" selection in the application. (4) a research program vision statement detailing short- and long-term goals; (5) a teaching statement describing the applicant's teaching experience and vision for developing a teaching program at the University of Florida; (6) up to three refereed journal or conference articles (co-)authored by the applicant. To be competitive, candidates for this faculty position should submit a cover letter, research statement, and education vision statement that complement the overall mission of the department. The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered "official" if a designation of "Issued to Student" is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Background searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law. The University of Florida is committed to nondiscrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information, and veteran status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Questions about this position may be directed to the Faculty Search Chair, [email protected]. 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