Entry-Level Electrical Engineer – Hybrid, Federal Buildings

Jacobs; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an Entry Level Electrical Engineer to join the Federal Buildings team. You will support calculations, drawings, and specifications for federal projects while mentored by Professional Engineers, gaining hands-on experience in design and coordination across trades.

You will work with Revit, AutoCAD, and AGI32, contributing to project delivery and learning how to progress from basic design tasks to more complex assignments within a collaborative, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• US citizenship required
• ABET-accredited Bachelors in Electrical Engineering
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Familiarity with Revit and/or AutoCAD
• EIT or ability to obtain upon hire

Responsibilities

• Support engineering calculations, construction drawings, and specifications for federal projects.
• Design electrical distribution systems, lighting, grounding, power, and equipment connections.
• Coordinate with architectural and engineering trades under senior staff.
• Develop proficiency in software tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, AGI32 and others.
• Ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of the work assigned by the team.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

ABET‑accredited Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

EIT or ability to obtain upon hire

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Jacobs is seeking an Entry Level Electrical Engineer to join the Federal Buildings team. You will support calculations, drawings, and specifications for federal projects while mentored by Professional Engineers, gaining hands-on experience in design and coordination across trades.

You will work with Revit, AutoCAD, and AGI32, contributing to project delivery and learning how to progress from basic design tasks to more complex assignments within a collaborative, inclusive environment.