Hybrid Transmission Siting Analyst – Grow & Impact

Jacobs; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Stock purchase

PPTO

Job summary

Jacobs in the United States is seeking an Electric Transmission Junior Siting Analyst to support transmission projects from planning through permitting. You will work with clients and cross-disciplinary teams to evaluate routes, conduct GIS analyses, and prepare siting study materials.

The role emphasizes collaboration, accuracy, and clear communication, with occasional field visits and a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in planning, geography, environmental science, engineering, natural resources, real estate, public policy, or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in environmental planning, permitting, infrastructure, utilities, GIS, or land use.
• Ability to interpret maps and technical documents with strong research and writing.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and exposure to ArcGIS or mapping platforms.
• Willingness to travel periodically for site visits and project meetings

Responsibilities

• Perform environmental, land-use, regulatory, and infrastructure data research.
• Support GIS mapping, constraint screening, and route comparisons.
• Assist with field reconnaissance, meetings, site documentation, and stakeholder tracking.
• Draft portions of technical reports, exhibits, and project trackers.
• Coordinate tasks with internal teams and communicate data gaps promptly

Skills

GIS mapping

Research

Documentation

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ArcGIS

Mapping software

Job description

Jacobs in the United States is seeking an Electric Transmission Junior Siting Analyst to support transmission projects from planning through permitting. You will work with clients and cross-disciplinary teams to evaluate routes, conduct GIS analyses, and prepare siting study materials.

The role emphasizes collaboration, accuracy, and clear communication, with occasional field visits and a hybrid work model.