Sr Telecommunications Engineer

Senior Telecommunications Engineer

Jacobs is seeking a Senior Telecommunications Engineer to design and manage low‑voltage systems for data center buildings, including structured cabling, wireless, audio‑visual, and other low‑voltage applications. This role supports a fast‑paced, collaborative environment and works closely with clients in the Data Center market.

$/yr – $/yr

• Lead the design of structured cabling, wireless, audio‑visual, and other low‑voltage systems for data center buildings.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects, ensuring completion on time and within budget.
• Provide technical design leadership, collaborate with BIM designers, and sign and seal telecommunications design packages.
• Prepare and modify DIV 27 specifications, conduct site visits, and review technical documents.
• Mentor junior telecom team members and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase departmental efficiency.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Communication Engineering from an ABET‑accredited institution.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience designing or leading designs for telecommunications structured cabling systems.
• In‑depth knowledge of ANSI/TIA, BICSI, and NFPA 70 standards.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam and experience providing quality assurance of telecom systems designed by others.
• Excellent project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and risk mitigation.
• PE license (or ability to obtain multiple PE licenses).

• 4 years of telecommunications design experience in data centers.
• Experience with other low‑voltage systems (security, audio/visual, wireless).
• Knowledge of Revit, Navisworks, and project specification writing (CSI or AIA).
• RCDD credential.
• Experience writing and responding to RFPs and conducting start‑up and commissioning of telecom systems.

Health, dental, vision, and basic life insurance; 401(k) with company match; ability to purchase company stock at a discount; unrestricted paid time off; seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave; optional deferred and executive compensation plans; hybrid work flexibility; and performance‑based rewards.

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.

Posted December 10, 2025. Position open for at least 3 days.