Intermediate Engineer - Utilities

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.

$79,900.00/yr - $/yr

It is an exciting time to be part of Jacobs as our Energy & Power business continues to experience tremendous growth. We are working with established clients across the globe to deliver the Energy Transition—from major renewable energy projects, electrification and decarbonization programs, to expanding grid capacity, high‑voltage interconnectors, and offshore grids. We integrate a multitude of these solution elements to build a cleaner and more resilient energy future.

We are seeking an innovative associate engineer to help us grow and deliver electrical transmission and distribution projects in North America, focusing on core clients while exploring new opportunities as the Energy Transition builds momentum. The role will require consulting directly with clients and providing conceptual studies, Front‑End Engineering Design (FEED), and detailed design.

• Build strong client relationships with a variety of clients.
• Attend in‑person, field, and online meetings with clients to provide management support and engineering guidance to advance design efforts.
• Perform siting, routing, and constructability evaluations to assist in the selection of final routes, required work spaces, construction methods, permitting strategies, and construction sequences.
• Coordinate with GIS and CAD professionals to prepare maps, drawings, and other details needed to depict routes, work spaces, access roads, construction details, etc., for permitting, bidding, and construction purposes.
• Research utility maps and other as‑built records to discover potential conflicts and determine key design parameters.
• Oversee the preparation of technical drawings (plan and profile, crossing details, etc.), estimates of quantities, specifications, and engineering reports.
• Coordinate field work for data gathering—including geotechnical field programs, test pits, utility and topographic surveys, and construction observations.
• Prepare calculations, engineering design plans, technical reports, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Review design documents from various disciplines for consistency and coordination.
• Engage in verbal and written communications with the design team and other disciplines.
• Identify problems, develop appropriate solutions, and request assistance where necessary.
• Work effectively with multi‑disciplinary global project teams, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Assist with proposals and business development.
• Contribute to a learning environment, support fellow engineers, and mentor or be mentored to take advantage of career development opportunities.
• Support the team in instilling an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought and embodies Jacobs’ Culture of Caring.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, mechanical, electrical, or environmental engineering from an accredited college.
• PE license or ability to obtain one within one year.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in engineering design of underground or overhead electrical and gas utilities in urban environments.
• Experience providing engineering services for private energy developers and/or utility companies.
• Knowledge of Civil3D is preferred.
• Familiarity with ampacity and pull‑load calculations.
• Detail‑oriented, excellent writing skills.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and in the things you care about: 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 offers an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave.

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

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.