Associate Engineer - Utilities
About the Role
We are seeking an innovative associate engineer to help us grow and deliver electrical transmission and distribution projects in North America, focusing on core clients but exploring new clients as the Energy Transition builds momentum. The role will require consulting directly with clients and providing conceptual studies, Front-End Engineering Design (FEED), and detailed design.
At Jacobs, we challenge 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. Our Energy & Power business is experiencing tremendous growth, working with established clients globally to deliver the Energy Transition—from major renewable energy projects and electrification to decarbonization programs and high-voltage interconnectors.
Responsibilities
- Build strong client relationships with a variety of clients.
- Attend in-person, field, and online meetings with clients to provide management support and engineering guidance to advance design efforts.
- Perform siting, routing, and constructability evaluations to assist in the selection of final routes, required workspaces, construction methods, permitting strategies, and construction sequences.
- Coordinate with GIS and CAD professionals to prepare maps, drawings, and other details needed for permitting, bidding, and construction.
- Research utility maps and other as-built records to discover potential conflicts and determine key design parameters.
- Oversee the preparation of technical drawings (plan and profile, crossing details, etc.), estimates of quantities, specifications, and engineering reports.
- Coordinate field work for data gathering, including geotechnical field programs, test pits, utility and topographic surveys, and construction observations.
- Prepare calculations, engineering design plans, technical reports, specifications, and cost estimates.
- Review design documents from various disciplines for consistency and coordination.
- Engage in verbal and written communications with the design team and other disciplines.
- Identify problems, develop appropriate solutions, and request assistance where necessary.
- Work effectively with multi-disciplinary global project teams, clients, and other stakeholders.
- Assist with proposals and business development.
- Contribute to a learning environment, support fellow engineers, and take advantage of career development opportunities.
- Support the team to instill an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought and lives Jacobs’ Culture of Caring.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in civil, mechanical, electrical, or environmental engineering from an accredited college.
- PE license or ability to obtain within 6 months.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in engineering design of underground or overhead electrical and gas utilities in urban environments.
- Experience providing engineering services for private energy developers and/or utility companies.
- Knowledge of Civil3D is preferred.
- Familiarity with ampacity and pull load calculations.
- Detail-oriented with excellent writing skills.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
- 401(k) plan with company stock purchase options at a discount.
- Eligibility to enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan.
- Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees.
- Seven paid holidays and caregiver leave.
- Eligibility for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonuses, and stock for certain roles.
Pay
The base salary range for this position is $95,300.00 to $135,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Job posted on June 12, 2026.