Sr Telecommunications Engineer

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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.

** Your impact
** At Jacobs, we’re transforming intangible ideas into innovative solutions designing the future—today. If you are someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative work environment and who also enjoys working closely with clients in the Data Center market, this opportunity is for you!

** This job opportunity is available at ANY location in the United States. Ideally, selected candidates will be near a JACOBS U.S. based office, but we intend to hire the “best” candidates.**

As a Senior Telecommunications Engineer, you’ll provide technical design leadership of systems for data center buildings, which include structured cabling systems, wireless, audio‑visual, and other low‑voltage systems. You will also mentor other telecom team members.

** Responsibilities**:

• Lead the BIM designers in preparation of engineering drawings.
• DIV 27 specification creation or modification.
• Conduct site visits.
• Review technical documents.
• Manage the relationship with internal and external stakeholders.
• Sign and seal telecommunications design packages.
• Mentor other team members.
• Work with the lead engineer and/or department manager to identify processes to make the department run more efficiently.

** Qualifications**:

• Electrical Engineering or Communication Engineering bachelor’s degree from an ABET‑accredited college.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience actively designing or leading designs for telecommunications structured cabling systems.
• Thorough knowledge of ANSI/TIA and BICSI standards.
• Thorough knowledge of NFPA 70 and how it applies to telecommunications structured cabling systems.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam.
• Self‑motivation to coordinate with other disciplines, project managers and clients.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Familiarity with responding to RFPs.
• Experience in providing quality assurance and checking of telecommunications systems designed by others.
• Experience with startup and commissioning of telecommunications systems.
• Experienced in creating a budget for a project.
• Experienced in creating and maintaining a project schedule.
• Experienced in identifying and mitigating company risk.
• PE license (multiple PE licenses are a plus).

** Ideally, you’ll also have**:

• 4 years of telecommunications design experience in data centers.
• Experience working on other low‑voltage systems, including security, audio/visual, and wireless.
• Working knowledge of Revit and Navisworks design software platforms.
• Knowledge of telecom infrastructure for controls and security systems.
• Thorough knowledge of CSI or AIA specification writing procedures.
• Credential as an RCDD.

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, and basic life insurance; a 401(k) plan; the ability to purchase company stock at a discount; and various additional benefits including PPTO, holidays, and caregiver leave.

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. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process, please contact the team via Careers Support.

Job posted on December 10, 2025. The position will remain open for at least 3 days.