Senior Electrical Engineer (44812)

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. Our People & Places Solutions business reinforces our drive to improve lives everywhere and epitomizes the “why” of what we do – the tremendous positive impact and value our solutions bring to communities and society. From facilities delivering life‑saving therapies and ensuring clean water to enabling connections through all modes of transportation and providing access to technology, we integrate these solution elements to build the smart environments of tomorrow. Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow. At Jacobs we do not settle; we always look beyond to raise the bar and deliver with excellence, applying our expertise and knowledge with optimism and focus. We don’t settle until we give our best and know we’re making a difference. Are you passionate about designing the cutting‑edge facilities that power the world’s most advanced manufacturing? We’re seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team in Boise, ID, where you’ll lead impactful projects across semiconductor cleanrooms, laboratories, and other state‑of‑the‑art industrial environments. In this role you’ll guide designers, provide technical leadership, deliver quality reviews, and tackle some of the most complex engineering challenges in the industry. You’ll work directly with clients, owners, and contractors in a fast‑paced, highly collaborative setting to develop requirements and produce high‑quality construction documents. If you have 12+ years of experience, strong NEC expertise, PE licensure, and a passion for solving complex engineering challenges, we’d love to meet you. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations to deliver their best work.

Responsibilities

• Perform, lead and oversee electrical engineering and design for facility power distribution, grounding, lighting, and low‑voltage communication systems.
• Supervise designer work, provide team technical leadership, and perform quality reviews of design packages.
• Prepare technical specifications and bid/construction documents; serve as Electrical discipline lead or QC reviewer.
• Collaborate closely with owners and contractors and support construction activities on‑site.
• Participate in proposals and deliver proactive solutions to client challenges.

Requirements

• Bachelor's of Science Degree in Electrical or Renewable Energy Engineering from an accredited university.
• Current Professional Engineer (PE) licensure with ability to obtain in the State of Idaho.
• At least 12 years of experience in engineering design of building electrical systems.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC (NFPA 70), voltage drop, arc flash, short‑circuit, and load flow calculations.
• Experience with electrical equipment specification, vendor submittal reviews, and field coordination.
• Ability to perform site punch walks and work effectively within construction environments.
• Requires field mobility including walking long distances, climbing ladders, working in tight spaces, and lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Travel may be required.
• Must pass background check and