Data Center On-Site Electrical Engineer (Baton Rouge)

Jacobs; Morristown (NJ); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase program

Paid holidays

PPTO (unlimited for some roles)

Caregiver leave

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an On-Site Electrical Engineer for a project near Baton Rouge, LA. The role serves as the field representative, supporting installation and delivery of electrical infrastructure and coordinating with stakeholders to resolve design and construction challenges.

Responsibilities include on-site supervision of electrical systems, coordination with design teams, review of RFIs/submittals, and commissioning support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• 4+ years of experience in electrical design, construction, operations, or commissioning; or 2+ years supporting hyperscale data center projects.
• Experience with substations, switchgear, UPS systems, generators, MV/LV distribution, protective relaying, and mission-critical electrical systems.
• Familiarity with applicable electrical codes, standards, and testing requirements.
• Strong technical troubleshooting and communication skills.
• Ability to safely work on active construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary on-site representative for electrical systems.
• Support construction activities involving medium-voltage, low-voltage, emergency power, grounding, controls, and distribution systems.
• Conduct daily field observations to assess quality, safety, and installation progress.
• Coordinate electrical design issues and field modifications with engineering teams.
• Facilitate review and resolution of RFIs, submittals, and equipment substitutions.
• Support BIM coordination reviews and interdisciplinary coordination efforts.
• Monitor installation activities for compliance with drawings, specifications, and design intent.
• Identify deficiencies, installation concerns, and schedule risks.
• Coordinate inspections, testing activities, energization planning, and startup support.
• Collaborate with commissioning, QA/QC, and Owner teams to ensure successful system implementation.
• Prepare weekly site observation reports and technical recommendations.
• Participate in project meetings and maintain clear communication among stakeholders.

Skills

Strong communication

Troubleshooting

On-site safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Substations

Switchgear

UPS systems

Generators

MV/LV distribution

Job description

Jacobs is seeking an On-Site Electrical Engineer for a project near Baton Rouge, LA. The role serves as the field representative, supporting installation and delivery of electrical infrastructure and coordinating with stakeholders to resolve design and construction challenges.

Responsibilities include on-site supervision of electrical systems, coordination with design teams, review of RFIs/submittals, and commissioning support.