Sr. Telecom Systems Engineer

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.

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We are looking for a Senior Telecommunications Systems Engineer who is excited about working on projects that enable the heart of our clients’ business. Join us and you’ll have the chance to work on projects within the booming semiconductor industry designing research and manufacturing facilities for well‑known companies within the industry. Come be a part of a vibrant, dynamic team that delivers world‑class designs across the globe.

This is a hybrid position with geographic flexibility located in the US, based in Hillsboro, Oregon.

As a Sr. Telecom Systems Engineer, you will take on a leadership role as a telecom discipline lead and work with supporting design staff to produce complex design packages. You will coordinate with architects, other discipline leads, and our client directly, working side‑by‑side on the client’s site in Hillsboro to design the structured cabling infrastructure. Your responsibilities include designing everything from outside plant (OSP) to intra‑building backbone distribution systems, communication room layouts, rack elevations, wired & wireless device plans, and more.

All designs will adhere to NEC, applicable TIA, and client or Jacobs specifications.

• Four‑year technical degree
• BICSI or RCDD credential
• At least 10 years of relevant experience in telecommunications design and construction
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Deep knowledge and application of NFPA 70 (NEC) for telecommunications design
• Deep knowledge and application of telecommunications industry standards (TIA)
• Experience leading a team of 5–10 telecommunications design staff
• Experience editing design and construction specifications
• Experience with start‑up and commissioning of telecommunications systems
• Experience estimating and scheduling design efforts for multi‑building projects with multiple phases
• Experience in providing quality assurance (QA) and checking telecommunications systems designed by others
• Proficiency with Bluebeam
• Strong communication skills
• Familiarity with Navisworks

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Design management experience
• Working knowledge of Revit and Navisworks design software platforms
• At least 10 years of telecommunications systems design experience in semiconductor, data center or other high‑tech facilities
• Knowledge and design experience with wireless local area network (WLAN), paging, intercom
• Knowledge of telecom infrastructure for control systems

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave.

Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on November 04, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.