Job Details

Overview

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This range is provided by Jacobs. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$97,700.00/yr - $134,400.00/yr

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.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for water and wastewater conveyance and treatment facilities
• Prepare contract documents for plans, specifications, and cost estimates for projects
• Electrical systems include low- and medium-voltage power distribution, lighting, emergency power systems, UPS, and batteries
• Apply knowledge of commonly used electrical engineering and design concepts, principles, best practices, codes, and guidelines related to electrical engineering
• Engage several different assignments simultaneously
• Develop basis of design report, One-Line Diagrams, Motor Control Diagrams, Panel Schedules, Conduit Routing, Load Calculations, and Voltage Drop Calculations, and coordinate with the Electric Utility Company for new services as needed
• Utilize lighting software to perform calculations and provide photometrics
• Perform power system studies for electrical systems including load flow, short circuit, coordination, and arc flash; competent in equipment sizing, grounding, and relay coordination
• Engage in quality control and quality assurance of electrical engineering plans, specifications, and estimates in the water market
• Perform field visits and conduct site investigations for public and private clients
• Provide services during construction including submittal reviews, responses to Contractor's requests for information, review and approval of change orders, and preparation of record drawings
• Collaborate with multi-discipline teams across multiple office locations
• Mentor junior staff
• Ability to work and thrive in a team environment
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to self-motivate and work productively without supervision
• All other duties as assigned

What you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
• Registered California Professional Electrical Engineer (PE) with ability to reciprocate as needed
• Minimum of 6 years of experience related to water industry in electrical engineering role
• Working knowledge of Word and Excel
• Working knowledge of AGi32 or Visual Lighting Software
• Working knowledge of SKM or ETAP
• Experience working with Permitting review agencies
• Strong time management skills
• Strong understanding of NEC and NFPA 820
• Familiarity with IEEE color book series
• Strong analytical, conceptual, problem solving and organizational skills
• Ability to effectively interface with all levels of personnel and management
• Ability to work and thrive in a team environment
• Ability to self-motivate and work independently with minimal supervision

Nice to have

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
• Experience in designing and delivering municipal water and wastewater treatment projects via different delivery methods (design-bid-build, design-build, or other alternatives)
• Knowledge of Bluebeam Revu
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Microstation
• Knowledge of Revit MEP
• Knowledge of Title 24 compliance for electrical distribution and lighting
• Field investigative and startup experience

Benefits and other information

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, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. Some roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $97,700.00 to $134,400.00. 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. Job posted on October 09, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.