Electrical Project Engineer (Remote) Manufacturing Systems

Jacobs; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 91,400 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Stock purchasing at a discount

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an Electrical Project Engineer in San Diego, California. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years of electrical engineering experience. Responsibilities include managing engineering tasks, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, and providing on-site assistance during start-up. The estimated salary range for this position is $91,400 to $150,000, with great benefits including health insurance and unlimited paid time off.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of Electrical Engineering experience.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license is a plus.
• Forward thinking, eager to learn best practices, and contribute innovative ideas.

Responsibilities

• Be accountable for schedule and technical quality of assigned routine engineering tasks.
• Provide on-site assistance during start-up.
• Coordinate work activities with other staff members and the discipline lead.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit or BIM software

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 welook intothe future with great optimism and focus. We don’t settle until we give our best and know that we’re making a difference.Enjoy geographical flexibility within the U.S, with a strong preference for candidates residing in Tempe, AZ, Moon Township, PA, or Portland, OR. Qualified candidates can be considered for remote work.

Become part of our team as an Electrical Project Engineerwho is excited aboutworking on projects thatenable the heart of our clients’ business.Join us and you’llhave the chance to work onprojects including semiconductor manufacturing and other state of the art manufacturing facilities.You’ll be accountable for schedule and technical quality of assigned routine engineering tasks,as yougainfamiliarity with the client’s expectations, scope, budget and schedule for assigned tasks,you’ll effectivelyrecognize and communicate scope and design changes promptly.You’ll also provideon-site assistance during start-up, coordinatework activities with other staff members and the discipline lead. Yourmulti-discipline, highly interactiveteam willproduce installation details, motor control center single lines, electric room layouts, motor controlelementaries, connection diagrams, cable schedules, control panel layouts and grounding, lighting,and power plans.

Bring your curiosity, talent for multi-taskingand collaboration, and extreme organizational skills and we’ll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what drives you – so we can make big impacts on the world, together.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor's or Master of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering
• At least 5 years of Electrical Engineering experience
  
  
  

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Working knowledge of Revit or BIM software
• Professional Engineering (PE) license
• Strong communicationskills both verbal and written
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Forward thinking, eager to learn best practices, and contribute with innovative ideas
• Displayed ability to learn quickly and driven to broaden knowledge base
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a variety of teams, including multi-disciplinary teams
  
  
  

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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 $91,400.00 to $150,000.00. 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 April 21, 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.