Electrical Engineer - Federal

Jacobs; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an Electrical Engineer in the Chicago area to design lighting systems and electrical infrastructure for complex projects. You will perform load analyses, prepare drawings, and ensure energy compliance while coordinating with architects and engineers.

The role emphasizes mentorship, teamwork, and professional growth within a hybrid work setting. Responsibilities include designing grounding and protection schemes, verifying codes, and supporting construction administration with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering required.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred or obtainable within 6 months.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Minimum 4 years in a corporate electrical engineering role.
• Strong mentorship and leadership aptitude.
• Proficiency in Revit and 3D CAD.

Responsibilities

• Design lighting systems and controls; perform calculations.
• Prepare load analyses for design stages; develop system drawings.
• Prepare basis of design reports and energy compliance calculations.
• Design grounding, lightning protection; implement redundant electrical systems.
• Coordinate with other disciplines and support construction administration.
• Travel as needed to support projects and client engagements.

Skills

Mentorship

Teamwork

Independent initiative

Problem solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license

Tools

Revit

3D CAD

Job description

Your impact

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

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.

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.

While working in this role, you’ll be able to 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, prepare and document energy compliance calculations and forms, design grounding and lightning protection, design redundant electrical systems, mitigate hazardous area concerns, select equipment and fixtures for use in the building, coordinate with engineers and architects of other disciplines, and facilitate construction administration.

This position typically includes limited travel commitments in support of project designs to visit with clients and develop an understanding of their needs as part of a broader design team. This position emphasizes mentorship, professional development, and teamwork. As a part of the Jacobs team, you’ll also have access to our worldwide network of engineering excellence and technical delivery experts to further your knowledge of the industry and grow in your professional development.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License. The ability to obtain the Professional Engineer (P.E.) License within 6-months from hire will be acceptable
• United States Citizenship
• 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

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Exposure to medium voltage (and high voltage) designs
• Exposure to SCADA design
• Exposure to mission critical concepts for healthcare, datacenters, and/or transportation
• Exposure to federal design standards such as the Unified Facilities Criteria, Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Defense, and adjacent sectors
• An appreciation for travel in support of projects and sales pursuits as a subject matter expert (scalable to your life)

Our health and welfare benefits

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

The base salary range for this position is $90,000.00 to $160,000.00. 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 February 11, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

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.