Electrical Engineer - Federal

About the role

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. The Electrical Engineer is responsible for the coordination, development, and production of deliverables in support of the overall scope of electrical design, taking ownership of the completeness, accuracy and timeliness of the work assigned. Individuals in this position must demonstrate the ability to lead a design effort as a member of a multi-disciplinary team including architects, structural, mechanical, civil and fire protection engineers. We are looking for a self-motivated personality with the ability to work collaboratively and independently as appropriate in studio or remote environments. The position is in the Federal Buildings Business Unit with project types majority US Federal Government facilities contracted by Department of Defense clients (USACE, NAVFAC, etc.) as well as Federal Civilian clients including NASA, FAA, GSA, OBO and Intelligence Community. Design codes required include IBC, IEEE, NFPA, ABA, UFCs and local/client requirements. The position is hybrid with a minimum office attendance of two days per week, though more days are encouraged to become more engrained with the culture of Jacobs.

Responsibilities

• Work in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines, while maintaining high quality standards
• Act as the Designer of Record (DOR) for electrical design projects including schedule, budget, delegation of work to junior staff, quality control and sealing/stamping construction drawings and specifications
• Gather information, interview stakeholders, make studies, perform calculations, and prepare original rough layouts and sketches as required
• Present findings and outcomes to clients and other stakeholders
• Perform high level tasks under minimal supervision using well-defined standards, procedures and codes
• Perform product research; assist project designers and project architects with materials selection and system research
• Design and perform calculations for lighting systems and associated controls
• Prepare load analysis for different stages of design; prepare and document Energy compliance calculations and forms
• Perform construction administration and field investigation tasks for assigned projects including document management and processing RFIs and Change Orders

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)
• At least 5 years of electrical design experience
• Professional Registration (PE)
• Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas in an accessible way, both in person and in writing
• Overseas and U.S.-based travel may be required
• Proficiency in REVIT

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in data center, power, UPS systems, generator systems and medium voltage distribution projects
• Previous DoD experience, basic competency with Federal energy standards, Unified Facility Criteria (UFC) and other Government requirements
• Design Build experience and DBIA certification
• Top Secret clearance

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Ability to purchase company stock at a discount
• Deferred compensation plan or Executive Deferral Plan for eligible employees
• Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees
• Seven paid holidays
• Caregiver leave
• Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock

Pay

Base salary range: $120,000.00 to $180,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schedule

Hybrid with a minimum of two days per week in the office; more days are encouraged. Jacobs values collaboration and believes in-person interactions are crucial for culture and client delivery, empowering employees to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations.