Senior Electrical Engineer
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Electrical Professional 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.
Our team of multi-disciplinary experts is seeking an experienced Electrical Professional Engineer who will utilize their design expertise to dream big ideas on various and complex water and wastewater utility projects. We'd rely on your collaboration skills to lead our team members, and coordinate interdisciplinary work between teammates, for both local and remote projects.
The projects associated with this position will focus on electrical distribution systems primarily for water and wastewater treatment-related facilities which typically include process treatment structures and buildings. By you taking the lead with generating and reviewing electrical equipment drawings, specifications, and approving vendor submittals we will continue to ensure the solid relationship our clients have come to expect from Jacobs. You'll also assist in a proactive manner on internal as well as external business opportunities.
Here's what you'll need:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
- Professional Engineer (PE) license and ability to be licensed in multiple states
- 10 years of experience in professional design & preparing contract documents for complex electrical systems associated with water projects
- Low and medium voltage power distribution, lighting, emergency power systems, and control schematics experience
- Solid understanding of applicable industry electrical codes, and standard practices, including the National Electrical (NEC) and NFPA requirements
- Hands-on knowledge and design proficiency in electrical standards, codes, and vendor equipment options
- Electrical system testing and commissioning experience
- Arc flash experience
- Familiarity with NFPA 820 requirements
Ideally, you'll also have:
- Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) program experience (BIM is a plus)
- Instrumentation and Control system design experience
- Experience with industrial PLC hardware implementation (Allen Bradley, Modicon, Siemens)
- Experience with LEED certification or similar sustainability experience
- Experience with renewable energy systems like wind and solar
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. 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 (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
The base salary range for this position is $ to $. Within the 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.
Locations:
- Herndon, Virginia, United States
- Richmond, Virginia, United States
- Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States
- Reston, Virginia, United States
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