About JBW Consulting Engineers
At JBW Consulting Engineers, we are a dynamic, multi-disciplinary engineering firm with headquarters in Hermantown, MN along with branch offices in Wyoming and Montana and more remote employees strategically located with a large presence in the Mountain West. We serve industrial, energy, and infrastructure clients nationwide.
Our expertise spans mechanical, structural, and electrical engineering, with a strong focus on industries such as mining, wood products, grain, nuclear waste, and oil and gas. We specialize in industrial ventilation, piping and pumping systems, material handling, processing, and storage, industrial controls and automation, while also providing cutting-edge Industrial BIM solutions. We are committed to delivering high-quality, client-focused work while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and work-life balance.
As our next team member, you will have an entrepreneurial attitude and be excited to come to work every day to help build our firm. You must fit our culture of service through empathy with facility managers and engineers; this requires excellent communication skills and the ability to provide quality, timely work.
Our goal as a company is to do projects we enjoy and can do well, while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
JBW's Specialties
JBW Consulting Engineers offers the following Services:
- Mechanical & Process — Full design and engineering services to create the most sustainable equipment and processes.
- Structural — Full design and engineering services to create stable structures that will last generations.
- Civil — Full design and engineering services to support civil projects for clients in the public and private sectors.
- Electrical — Full design and engineering services for the energy sector, including oil and gas, coal, nuclear, power generation, solar, and wind.
- Facility, Process, and Equipment Evaluation — JBW has team members with extensive knowledge and specialties in combustible dust hazards who can analyze the hazards present in your facility.
Position Location: Idaho Falls, ID
Must reside in the United States. The ideal candidate will live in Idaho Falls, ID or the surrounding area.
Responsibilities
Roles, Responsibilities, and Expectations
- Adhere to the core values of Relationships, Communication, Solutions, Technical Proficiency, Quality, and Responsiveness as defined by JBW.
- Must have an entrepreneurial attitude and be willing to tackle different tasks as they arise.
- Primary responsibility is on-site field engineering for a large industrial project located in Eastern Idaho for a project duration of up to 2 years.
- Must be willing to work in daily collaboration with other JBW team members, contractors, vendors, inspectors and all project related staff.
- Extensive on-site support up to 2 years.
- Perform field verifications, identify and organize gathered field information.
- Complete drawings, calculations, equipment selection, and analysis accurately while following JBW’s quality control methods.
- Monitor installation work to verify it aligns with engineering drawings and specifications. Record daily site conditions, work progress, and contractor activities.
- Assist in confirming materials, equipment, and installation methods meet project standards.
- Communicate with the general contractor to clarify technical questions or field issues.
- Relay critical updates to the project leadership team and JBW project manager.
- Observe work areas for compliance with site safety protocols and OSHA regulations.
- Report unsafe practices or conditions to site management.
- Perform basic measurements or field checks (e.g., pipe runs, support placements).
- Compare as-built conditions to design intent and keep record of field modifications for change orders or engineering adjustments.
- Identify and log construction issues or deviations.
- Support engineers with as-built drawing markups.
- Ensure all activities comply with agency-specific and site-specific standards.
- Maintain security or access protocols for restricted sites.
- Represent JBW professionally on-site, maintaining a high standard of conduct, clear communication, proper PPE, and adherence to all site-specific protocols and client expectations. Serve as a reliable point of contact for the engineering team and demonstrate accountability in all field activities.
Requirements
Minimum Requirements
- BS Degree in Mechanical or Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited program
- 4 years of relevant experience
- Proficiency in Excel, AutoCAD, Revit, or other drawing software
- PE license is not required, but it is preferred.
Desired Background and Skills
Technical Proficiency
- Experience working in industrial settings such as refineries, mines, power plants, etc.
- Experience with designing material handling systems.
- Knowledge of industry standards and codes
- Ability to perform engineering analysis.
Communication Skills
- Excellent leadership, writing, and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration with clients, project teams, and stakeholders.
- Ability to prepare and deliver technical presentations, reports, and proposals to communicate complex technical concepts effectively.
- Ability to manage multiple small projects simultaneously.
- Ability to manage clients.
Benefits at JBW
- 401(k)
- 401(k) Matching
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Flexible Schedule
- Professional development assistance
Job Type: Full Time
Pay: $80,000 – $140,000 per year
Application
Join our team at JBW Consulting Engineers and be part of a dynamic environment where innovation and expertise drive success. We’re always looking for talented professionals who are passionate about engineering excellence. Fill out our application form and apply today to take the next step in your career with JBW!