Electrical Engineer, Energy & Power — Hybrid Work

Jacobs; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an Electrical Engineer to work on energy and power projects, guiding them from feasibility through detailed design to full execution. You will engage with clients, perform calculations, prepare drawings, and oversee construction while collaborating with a dynamic multi-disciplinary team.

The role emphasizes strong communication, independent work capability, and expertise in power systems, renewables, and decarbonization initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Advanced Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• At least 4 years of design/consulting experience.
• HV or MV Substations experience.
• Demonstrated ability for developing design calculations, construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong communication and technical writing skills.
• Ability to work independently with minor supervision once given guidance by lead engineer.
• 3D modeling software such as Revit, AutoCAD, CADWorx and NavisWorks.
• Power system modeling experience using SKM Power Tools, ETAP or similar modeling software.
• Power distribution systems and microgrids.
• Power generation projects exceeding 10MW capacity.
• Renewable energy projects including wind, solar, hydro, geothermal and other technologies.
• Energy storage systems.
• Protection and Control, SCADA or power system automation.
• Campus utility master planning or decarbonization/climate response planning.
• Cogeneration or combined heat and power systems.
• Thermal utility plants and distribution systems (steam, hot water, chilled water).
• Professional Engineer (PE) OR ability to obtain PE within 1 year, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Providing feasibility studies, construction documents and construction oversight for energy projects.
• Demonstrated strong communication and problem-solving skills in project delivery.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's or Advanced Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Power Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

CADWorx

NavisWorks

SKM Power Tools

ETAP

Job description

Jacobs is seeking an Electrical Engineer to work on energy and power projects, guiding them from feasibility through detailed design to full execution. You will engage with clients, perform calculations, prepare drawings, and oversee construction while collaborating with a dynamic multi-disciplinary team.

The role emphasizes strong communication, independent work capability, and expertise in power systems, renewables, and decarbonization initiatives.