Electrical Engineer: Energy and Power; Gainesville, FL or Southeast

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.

These openings provide the opportunity to engage with our clients, evaluate their energy needs, develop concept‑level plans and solutions, and then take these through detailed design to provide full execution of the solution. We offer and deliver a true “end to end” life‑cycle service from exploration, development, operation, and repowering/retirement. Demonstrated abilities include a basic understanding of electrical engineering sciences. Prior experience in consulting and design will be highly regarded.

Your primary responsibilities will focus upon providing feasibility studies, construction documents, and construction oversight for energy projects. You’ll be expected to possess strong communication and problem‑solving skills. Successful candidates will have a strong grasp of engineering fundamentals and the confidence to explore innovative solutions.

If you are passionate about developing reliable and sustainable energy projects, motivated by a challenge, and enjoy working with a dynamic, multi‑disciplinary team to develop innovative solutions, Jacobs is the place for you. Come join our growing team to realize the future of energy!

• Bachelor’s or Advanced Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
• At least 4 years of design/consulting experience
• Demonstrated ability to develop design calculations, construction drawings, and specifications
• Strong communication and technical writing skills
• Ability to work independently with minor supervision once given guidance by a lead engineer

• Professional Registration (PE) or the ability to obtain Professional Engineer (PE) within 1 year
• 3D modeling software such as Revit, AutoCAD, CADWorx, and Navis Works
• Power system modeling experience using SKM Power Tools, ETAP, or similar software
• Power distribution systems and microgrids
• Power generation projects exceeding 10 MW capacity
• HV or MV substations
• Renewable energy projects including wind, solar, hydro, geothermal, and other technologies
• Energy storage systems
• 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 include medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees also have access to a 401(k) plan, deferred compensation, and can purchase company stock at a discount. All eligible employees may enroll in an Executive Deferral Plan. We offer Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, caregiver leave, and additional rewards such as merit increases, performance discretionary bonuses, and stock options.

The base salary range for this position is $ to $. Pay is determined by work location and additional factors such as job‑related skills, experience, and education.

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.