Electrical Engineer - Cities & Places

Jacobs; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 123,600 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs in Boise, Idaho seeks an Electrical Engineer to join our building services team. You’ll design lighting systems, perform load calculations, and develop grounding and protection strategies for complex facilities.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, is a Professional Engineer or can obtain licensure within six months, and brings at least four years of corporate electrical experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• PE license or ability to obtain within 6 months from hire.
• At least 4 years of experience in a corporate electrical engineering environment.
• Mentorship focus to develop future engineers.
• Strong architectural engineering focus.
• Proficiency in Revit and 3D CADD.
• Self-starter with teamwork and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Design and perform calculations for lighting systems and controls.
• Prepare load analyses for design stages.
• Oversee drawings detailing system design.
• Prepare basis of design reports and energy compliance calculations.
• Design grounding and lightning protection, redundant electrical systems.
• Mitigate hazardous area concerns.
• Select equipment and fixtures for building use.
• Coordinate with engineers and architects of other disciplines.
• Facilitate construction administration.
• Travel to clients and projects as required.

Skills

Mentorship

Independent initiative

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Tools

Revit

3D CADD

Job description

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.

Your Impact

We’re seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our team. You’ll have the opportunity to use your vast experience in the industry and apply it to solving today’s challenges.

As part of our team, you’ll have the chance to work on projects that bring innovative solutions to our clients’ challenges locally and worldwide by providing a range of skills as part of an integrated building services design.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Design and perform calculations for lighting systems and associated controls.
• Prepare load analysis for different stages of design.
• Oversee the preparation of drawings detailing system design.
• Prepare basis of design reports, energy compliance calculations and forms.
• Design grounding and lightning protection, redundant electrical systems.
• Mitigate hazardous area concerns.
• Select equipment and fixtures for use in the building.
• Coordinate with engineers and architects of other disciplines.
• Facilitate construction administration.
• Travel to clients and projects as required.

This position emphasizes mentorship, professional development, and teamwork, and provides access to a worldwide network of engineering excellence.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License, or ability to obtain it within 6 months from hire.
• At least 4 years of experience working in a corporate engineering environment in an electrical engineering capacity.
• Strong mentorship focus to develop future engineers.
• Strong technical focus in the Architectural Engineering space.
• Proficiency in Revit and 3D CADD.
• Attitude of taking independent initiative, exhibiting creative problem‑solving, eagerness to learn, and remaining dedicated to teamwork.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to medium and high voltage designs.
• Experience with SCADA design.
• Experience with mission‑critical concepts for healthcare, datacenters, and/or transportation.
• Willingness to travel in support of projects and sales pursuits.

Benefits

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and the things you care about. 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, and caregiver leave. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $123,600.00 to $170,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors such as 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.