Entry Level Electrical Engineer

Jacobs; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group in San Diego seeks an Entry-Level Electrical Engineer to join our Water team. You will help design electrical systems for water and wastewater facilities, collaborate with multidisciplinary engineers, and contribute to safe, reliable infrastructure projects nationwide.

Under the guidance of senior engineers, you will prepare electrical design deliverables, assist with power distribution, equipment selection, and field investigations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from ABET accredited college or university.
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities essential for design work.
• Ability to learn quickly and collaborate in teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare electrical engineering designs and construction documents, including single-line diagrams and layout drawings.
• Develop power distribution plans, grounding systems, lighting, and control panel layouts.
• Support power system studies such as short-circuit and arc flash analyses.
• Coordinate designs with multi-disciplinary teams and assist field investigations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Quick learner

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (ABET accredited)

Tools

Microsoft Office

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 are seeking an Entry-Level Electrical Engineer to join our Water team. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work on projects that help deliver safe, reliable, and sustainable water and wastewater solutions to communities across the country. You'll contribute to critical infrastructure projects while collaborating with experienced engineers and industry professionals in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment.

In this role, you will work alongside experienced Professional Engineers while engaging with clients, evaluating project needs, and developing engineering solutions for water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, lift stations, and related infrastructure.

Your responsibilities will include preparing electrical engineering designs and construction documents, including single-line diagrams, installation details, electrical room layouts, connection diagrams, cable schedules, control panel layouts, grounding systems, lighting designs, and power distribution plans. You will also support the development of power system studies, including short-circuit, protective device coordination, and arc flash analyses. Working under the guidance of senior engineers, you'll participate in engineering calculations, equipment selection, and specification development while coordinating designs with process, civil, structural, mechanical, and instrumentation & controls disciplines.

You will support senior engineers in the selection and specification of electrical equipment including medium- and low-voltage power distribution systems, motor control centers (MCCs), generators, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and other infrastructure critical to water and wastewater operations. Additionally, you will have opportunities to participate in field investigations, condition assessments, construction reviews, startup activities, and commissioning support.

We will rely on you to provide support to project teams while fostering a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and inclusion. You'll gain exposure to project management, client interaction, multidisciplinary coordination, and industry-standard design software while developing both your technical and professional skills.

To be successful in this position, you will need strong analytical, conceptual, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Our ideal candidate is passionate about infrastructure and community-focused projects and has a foundational understanding of electrical power systems through coursework, internships, co-op experiences, research projects, or relevant work experience. Experience or interest in water and wastewater treatment facilities, industrial power systems, instrumentation and controls, or municipal infrastructure is highly desirable.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access).
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• 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.

• Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future

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 $62,500.00 to $85,000.00. 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 October 23, 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 .