Electrical Engineering Professional

Jacobs; City of Syracuse (NY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) plan

Stock purchase option

Hybrid work policy

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an Electrical Engineering Professional to work on cutting-edge projects including semiconductor manufacturing and mission-critical facilities. The ideal candidate will be based near a Jacobs US office or Moon Township, PA with geographic flexibility for qualified candidates.

You will manage scope, schedule, and technical quality, coordinating with teams and the discipline lead to deliver reliable electrical solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• At least 4 years of engineering experience in building electrical systems.
• Experience with power system software such as ETAP.
• Knowledge of NFPA 70 (NEC) & IEEE standards.
• Understanding of electrical power system equipment such as switchgears, transformers, panelboards, generators, UPS.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate and work in multidisciplinary teams.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Responsibilities

• Manage schedule and technical quality of engineering tasks, aligning with client expectations, scope, budget, and schedule.
• Assist during startup and coordinate work with staff and the discipline lead.
• Produce installation details, motor control center single lines, electric room layouts, and grounding plans.
• Develop and review wiring diagrams, cable schedules, and control panel layouts.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure successful project delivery and client satisfaction.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Collaboration

Analytical thinking

Team leadership

Client interaction

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

Revit

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

At Jacobs, we do not settle – always looking beyond to raise the bar and deliver with excellence. We apply our expertise and knowledge as we look into the future with great optimism and focus. We don’t settle until we give our best and know that we’re making a difference.

We’re looking for an Electrical Engineering Professional who is excited about working on projects that enable the heart of our clients’ business. Join us and you will have the chance to work on projects including semiconductor manufacturing and other state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing facilities. The ideal candidate will be located in Moon Township, PA, but there is geographic flexibility for well‑qualified candidates located near a Jacobs US office.

Responsibilities

As an Electrical Engineering Professional, you will be accountable for schedule and technical quality of engineering tasks, as you gain familiarity with the client’s expectations, scope, budget and schedule for assigned tasks. You’ll effectively recognize and communicate scope and design changes promptly. You will provide assistance during startup, coordinate work activities with other staff members and the discipline lead. Your multidisciplinary, highly interactive team will produce installation details, motor control center single lines, electric room layouts, motor control elementaries, connection diagrams, cable schedules, control panel layouts and grounding, lighting, and power plants. Your role keeps our company connected and we’ll support you with what you need to be successful.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
• At least 4 years of engineering experience in building electrical systems
• Experience with power system software (preferably ETAP)
• Knowledge of NFPA 70 (NEC) & IEEE standards
• Understanding of electrical power system equipment/components, such as switchgears, transformers, panelboards, generators, UPS, etc.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a variety of teams, including multi‑disciplinary teams
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this role

Ideally

• At least one year of design experience for semiconductors, data centers, or mission‑critical facilities
• Medium Voltage (MV) design experience
• Working knowledge of Revit or BIM software
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Team leadership and client interaction experience

Benefits

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, 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 $85,000.00 to $132,000.00. 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.

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.