Entry Level Overhead Transmission Line Engineer

About the role

We are seeking an Overhead Transmission Line Engineer to join our Energy and Power team in Boston, MA; Cary, NC; Chicago, IL; Denver, CO; or Ft. Worth, TX. The energy industry is undergoing rapid and dramatic changes, transforming the utility landscape to enhance safety, reliability, and sustainability. As part of our Transmission & Distribution (T&D) operations expansion in North America, you will support utility and developer clients in decarbonization and utility modernization efforts to deliver a cleaner and more secure energy future.

You will play a key role in developing design deliverables for utility upgrades, including greenfield and brownfield projects, as well as developer interconnection facilities. Prior internship experience designing utility transmission and distribution systems will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with regional and global Transmission & Distribution (T&D) delivery teams to support utility and developer clients.
• Prepare project deliverables under the direction of the project lead, adhering to client standards and design guidelines.
• Perform field visits and walk-downs to provide engineering support through construction.
• Collaborate with teams to tackle complexities in overhead transmission line design.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Ability to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship, now or in the future.
• Excellent communication and technical writing skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft suite applications, AutoCAD, and structural design software.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power Engineering, or a related engineering discipline (preferred).
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification (preferred).
• Familiarity with structure design and foundation design fundamentals.
• 1–2 years of relevant professional experience.
• 1–2 years of Overhead Transmission Line Engineering design experience with a utility or consulting organization.

Benefits

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

We empower employees with a hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices, projects, and remote locations.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $75,000.00 to $101,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.