J Entry Level Electrical Engineer Jacobs Chicago, Illinois On-site $58,656 - $94,600 →

ZipApply; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

PPTO

Holidays

Career development support

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an Entry-Level Electrical Engineer to join our manufacturing-focused teams. You’ll assist with power systems design, including single-line diagrams and electrical room layouts, under mentorship.

You will size cables, select overcurrent devices, transformers, and contribute to construction documents for state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities. This role emphasizes learning, collaboration, and delivering design quality in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or eligibility.
• Working knowledge of Revit or BIM software.
• Masters in Electrical Engineering or Renewable Energy Engineering preferred.
• Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Interest in buildings and construction.

Responsibilities

• Produce single lines diagrams, electric room layouts, and power plans.
• Design wiring methods including conduit and cable tray.
• Create cable schedules and ductbank designs; prepare installation details.
• Size and select cables, over current devices, transformers and related equipment.
• Collaborate with other disciplines from concept through commissioning.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Learning mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Engineer in Training (EIT)

Masters in Electrical Engineering or Renewable Energy Engineering

Tools

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 We’re looking for an Entry-Level Electrical Engineer who is excited about working on projects that enable the heart of our clients’ business. Join us and you’ll have the chance to work on projects including steel and aluminum manufacturing facilities as well as other industrial and manufacturing projects. You’ll be accountable for schedule and technical quality of challenging engineering tasks, as you gain familiarity with the client’s expectations, scope, budget and schedule. You can expect your work to include production of single lines diagrams, electric room layouts, wiring methods such as conduit and cable tray design, cable schedules, ductbank designs, installation details; grounding, lighting, receptacles, and power plans; motor lists and load summaries to help in the design of power systems. You will be guided and mentored as you learn how to size and select cables, over current devices, transformers, and other equipment. You’ll also contribute to more complex portions of the design process, interacting directly with the other disciplines for the overall planning of a project from concept through construction and into commissioning. You and your team will work closely with client owners in a fast paced, dynamic environment to establish design requirements and produce construction documents for state-of-the-art manufacturing processes. To be successful in this role you will need exceptional organization skills, excellent communication- both written and verbal, strong analytical and problem solving skills, a positive attitude and an appetite for learning. Bring your curiosity, talent for multi-tasking and collaboration 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 degree in Electrical Engineering,
• Visa Sponsorship now or in the future is not available for this role
• Engineer in Training (EIT)
• Working knowledge of Revit or BIM software
• Masters degree in Electrical Engineering or Renewable Energy Engineering
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, eagerness to learn, and desire to contribute/collaborate
• Passion for buildings and construction

• 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 $58,656.00 to $94,600.00.
• 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 July 16, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days. At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other. 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.