Electrical Group Lead

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.

We are seeking an Electrical Group Lead (PE) to provide both technical and people leadership for a high-performing team delivering some of the most advanced industrial facilities in the world. In this role, you will lead and grow a team of 10–20 electrical engineers and designers, while driving technical excellence across semiconductor manufacturing and other complex industrial projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 10–20 electrical engineers and designers, including performance management, coaching, and career development
• Serve as the Electrical Discipline Lead / Design Manager on major projects, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives are achieved
• Provide technical oversight and direction for complex facility electrical systems, including power distribution, grounding, and lighting
• Oversee and review design deliverables, including calculations, specifications, and construction documents
• Drive design quality, consistency, and continuous improvement across projects and teams
• Coordinate resources across projects, balancing workload and supporting business priorities
• Partner with project managers and other disciplines to deliver integrated, high-performing solutions
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, owners, and contractors, providing leadership throughout design and construction phases
• Lead or contribute to proposals, staffing plans, and project strategy, helping win and successfully execute new work
• Champion best practices, innovation, and digital design tools (e.g., ETAP, BIM) across the team

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• 12+ years of experience in building electrical systems design
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Demonstrated experience leading teams (10+ staff) or managing design groups
• Strong background in industrial or semiconductor facility electrical design
• In-depth knowledge of NFPA 70 (NEC), IEEE standards, and applicable codes
• Extensive experience with power system equipment (switchgear, transformers, panelboards, generators, UPS systems, etc.)
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage design delivery
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Ability to work in our Tempe, AZ office

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a formal design management or discipline management role
• Demonstrated success in resource management, staffing, and team development
• Working knowledge of Revit/BIM workflows and coordination practices
• Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to drive process improvements and innovation
• Experience with power system modeling software (preferably ETAP)

Benefits

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.

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

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $132,900.00 to $200,970.00. 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 15, 2026. This position requires in-person interactions and collaboration in the Tempe, AZ office, with a hybrid working policy allowing employees to split their work week between the office/projects and remote locations.