Senior​/Lead Electrical Engineer: Energy and Power; Southeast

Senior Electrical Engineer – Energy & Power Solutions

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.

The energy industry is undergoing rapid and dramatic changes, transforming the utility landscape to enhance reliability and sustainability. In response, Jacobs is expanding its Energy & Power Solutions team to tackle the complexities of energy resilience and decarbonization to deliver a cleaner and more secure energy future.

Your primary responsibilities will focus on leading an electrical engineering team to provide advisory services and engineering design solutions for clients across all market sectors. You will collaborate with our Client Account Managers and sales professionals on pursuits of strategic importance to the firm. You’ll be expected to possess highly collaborative and sophisticated communication and problem‑solving skills and to anticipate challenges and manage “up and out” while supporting large teams responsible for the daily details of project delivery.

PE is required for this role

• Bachelor’s or Advanced Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power Engineering or related discipline
• At least 10 years of engineering design and/or consulting experience
• Professional Engineering licensure (any U.S. state); additional state licenses may be required for particular projects
• Proven ability to engage with clients, develop relationships, win work and deliver innovative solutions that provide value to both client and provider
• Demonstrated ability in business growth strategy, including exploration and development of new project opportunities and knowledge of emerging technologies
• Experience with proposal development and project execution planning, including scope development and man‑hour estimates for engineering services
• Passion for mentoring and development of junior technical staff
• Strong communication and technical writing skills
• Availability to travel as required (typically less than 50%)
• Availability to work at least 2 days per week in the Gainesville, FL office when not traveling

• Power distribution systems and microgrids
• Power generation projects exceeding 10 MW capacity
• HV or MV substations
• Renewable energy projects (wind, solar, hydro, geothermal and other technologies)
• Energy storage systems
• Power system modeling using SKM Power Tools, ETAP or similar software
• Protection and control, SCADA or power system automation
• Campus utility master planning or decarbonization/climate response planning
• Cogeneration or combined heat and power systems
• Thermal utility plants and distribution systems (steam, hot water, chilled water)

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and the things you care about. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision and 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 policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays and caregiver leave.

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

Base salary range: $ – $. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience and relevant education or training.

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.