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USD 132,900.00 - 232,600.00 per year
Full Time
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Job Details
Market
Energy
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
Job summary:
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer with a strong background in performing design of large-scale electric power systems such as power generation plants, High voltage (HV)/medium voltage (MV ) substations, and utility distribution planning. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and a collaborative mindset to help utility clients navigate the evolving energy landscape. Your primary responsibilities will focus on providing advisory and design solutions for energy project development and technical delivery as part of the energy and power team. You will engage with clients, develop relationships, and build trust in your technical capabilities, and then deliver innovative solutions providing value to the client.
Key Responsibilities:
Here's what you'll need
Preferred Skills:
Posted Salary Range: Minimum
132,900.00
Posted Salary Range: Upper
232,600.00
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 $132,900.00 to $232,600.00. 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 December 01, 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
City State Country
Austin
Texas
United States
Fort Worth
Texas
United States
Chicago
Illinois
United States
Cary
North Carolina
United States
Dallas
Texas
United States
Raleigh
North Carolina
United States
Chicago
Illinois
United States
Energy
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
Job summary:
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer with a strong background in performing design of large-scale electric power systems such as power generation plants, High voltage (HV)/medium voltage (MV ) substations, and utility distribution planning. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and a collaborative mindset to help utility clients navigate the evolving energy landscape. Your primary responsibilities will focus on providing advisory and design solutions for energy project development and technical delivery as part of the energy and power team. You will engage with clients, develop relationships, and build trust in your technical capabilities, and then deliver innovative solutions providing value to the client.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform power studies and develop designs for projects encompassing large-scale behind-the-meter power generation projects
- Manage, oversee, and approve the execution of power system studies ( including short circuit, load flow, coordination, arc flash, motor starting) and engineering design of large-scale electric power systems.
- Specify project performance and design requirements for HV or MV substations, utility distribution and/or transmission networks, and utility-scale energy storage and renewable energy systems.
- Execute and lead power system studies using SKM Power Tools, ETAP, EasyPower, or similar modeling software
- Conduct campus utility master planning, strategic investment planning, or decarbonization/climate response planning
- Lead the development of long-term utility infrastructure plans, including transmission and distribution system roadmaps.
- Conduct and guide resiliency studies to assess system vulnerabilities and recommend robust mitigation strategies.
- Develop and deliver highly technical and creative solutions to clients with a focus on achieving organizational goals.
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical training and development within the team.
- Interface with utility clients, regulatory bodies, and stakeholders to align project outcomes with strategic objectives.
- Prepare and review high-quality technical reports, proposals, and presentations.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes impacting utility planning.
Here's what you'll need
- Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering (Power Systems emphasis preferred).
- Minimum 5 years of experience in design, consulting, or operations experience working with clients, service providers, contractors, OEMs, Owner/Developers, Lenders or regulators in the energy field.
- Proven experience in serving a key role in complex energy projects and multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong proficiency in power system analysis software and design tools.
- Familiarity with energy service performance contracts.
- Successful execution of Department of Defense projects.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and client engagement skills.
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required or ability to obtain within 6 months.
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Preferred Skills:
- Experience with integrated resource planning (IRP), DER integration, and grid modernization.
- Familiarity with grid operators, NERC/FERC standards, and utility regulatory environments.
- Knowledge of climate resilience, sustainability, and electrification strategies.
- Experience working with municipal utilities, cooperatives, or investor-owned utilities.
Posted Salary Range: Minimum
132,900.00
Posted Salary Range: Upper
232,600.00
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 $132,900.00 to $232,600.00. 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 December 01, 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
City State Country
Austin
Texas
United States
Fort Worth
Texas
United States
Chicago
Illinois
United States
Cary
North Carolina
United States
Dallas
Texas
United States
Raleigh
North Carolina
United States
Chicago
Illinois
United States
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