Market
Cities & Places
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
Join our dynamic team as an Electrical Engineer specializing in urban development and infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities:
- Champion a culture of safety, quality, and inclusivity.
- Serve as a technical lead on projects within the electrical discipline.
- Design and calculate lighting systems and controls.
- Conduct load studies, short circuit analyses, and arc flash evaluations.
- Prepare energy compliance documentation and basis of design reports.
- Select appropriate equipment and fixtures for building systems.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and architects.
- Your Expertise: Our Electrical Engineers contribute to a wide range of integrated design projects, including power system planning, distribution, and lighting design. You'll work on diverse projects spanning data centers, educational facilities, healthcare, life sciences, industrial complexes, and aviation sectors.
Here's what you'll need
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering
- 5-10 years of professional experience as an Electrical Engineer
- Professional Engineering license or ability to obtain within one year
- Proven project leadership capabilities
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- In-depth knowledge of electrical codes and standards (NFPA 70, 70E, 72, 101, 110, IEEE, ASHRAE)
- Proficiency in short circuit coordination studies and arc flash analysis using SKM or Easy Power
- Familiarity with AutoCAD
- Proficiency in Revit, or BIM software
Preferred Experience:
- Mission Critical & Data Centers
- Higher Education facilities
- Research laboratories
- Manufacturing plants
- Aviation projects
Additional Desirable Skills:
- OSHPD experience
- Working knowledge of telecommunications, fire alarm, and security systems
Join us in shaping the future of urban environments through innovative electrical engineering solutions!
Posted Salary Range: Minimum
107,800.00
Posted Salary Range: Upper
168,400.00
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 $107,800.00 to $168,400.00. 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 August 19, 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
San Francisco
California
United States
Oakland
California
United States
San Jose
California
United States
San Francisco
California
United States
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