Junior Electrical Engineer - Federal

Jacobs Engineering Group; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Stock purchase program

Paid time off

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group in Irvine is seeking an Electrical Engineer to coordinate and develop deliverables for electrical design within the Federal Buildings Group, primarily for industrial project types. The role requires ownership of accuracy, timeliness, and collaboration with a technical team.

The position is hybrid with at least two days in the office, based in the Irvine office. Candidates should have a BSEE, 2+ years of electrical design experience, and familiarity with IBC/ADA codes,

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Candidates fluent in written and spoken English required.
• Bachelors’ Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) is required.
• 2+ years' Electrical design experience is required.
• Understanding of IBC and Accessibility Codes.
• Working knowledge of electrical building systems.
• Basic knowledge of sustainability, integrated design and LEED guidelines.
• Self-motivated with ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work with a multi-disciplinary design team.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and conversation.
• Proficiency in REVIT.
• P.E. or on track for attaining P.E. (EIT preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare drawings and specifications detailing the Electrical System designed.
• Prepare inspection and design reports and presentation materials.
• Support studio culture through mentoring, design development and other in-person activities.
• Participate in internal and external meetings and document discussions.
• Perform routine tasks under general supervision using defined standards, procedures and codes.
• Travel to project sites or client offices as needed to meet contract requirements.
• Represent Jacobs with internal and external personnel on significant matters.
• Coordinate design with architects and other engineering disciplines.
• Perform product research; assist project designers and project architects with materials selection and system research.

Skills

Electrical design

Communication

Team collaboration

Project coordination

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

Tools

REVIT

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

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

Jacobs is a leading design firm in the Government, Commercial, Healthcare, Data Center and University sectors. We provide award winning engineering and architectural services in all phases of building design and construction. Our collaborative approach allows us to successfully deliver fully integrated professional services for a broad range of clients and project types worldwide.

At Jacobs, we help prepare people for new opportunities and challenges. With positions at every level, openings in multiple disciplines, expertise in a range of markets and offices around the globe, we create an environment where you can learn, grow, and thrive. From our competitive benefits program to our Health and Safety initiative of Beyond Zero workplace injuries, we believe that you'll find a flourishing career here at Jacobs

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Electrical Group Lead, the Electrical Engineer is responsible for the coordination, development, and production of deliverables in support of the overall scope of electrical design. The Electrical Engineer will take ownership of the completeness, accuracy and timeliness of the work assigned. Individuals in this position must demonstrate the ability progress from basic design work assignments to more complicated and involved projects working in conjunction with a technical team.

The position is in the Federal Buildings Group and the project type is majority industrial. The codes used include IBC, ABA, and Government Requirements.

The position is a hybrid position requiring office attendance at least two days per week. The position is in the Irvine office.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare drawings and specifications detailing the Electrical System designed
• Prepare inspection and design reports and presentation materials
• Support studio culture through mentoring, design development and other in-person activities.
• Participate in internal and external meetings and document discussions
• Perform routine tasks under general supervision using well-defined standards, procedures, and codes
• Travel to project sites or client offices as needed to meet contract requirements.
• Represents Jacobs, with internal and external personnel, on significant matters
• Coordinate design with architects and other engineering disciplines
• Perform product research; assist project designers and project architects with materials selection and system research

Here's what you'll need

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Candidates fluent in written and spoken English required
• Bachelors’ Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) is required
• 2+ years' Electrical design experience is required
• Understanding of IBC and Accessibility Codes
• Working knowledge of electrical building systems
• Basic knowledge of sustainability, integrated design and LEED guidelines
• Self-motivated personality with the ability to work collaboratively and independently as appropriate in studio or remote environment
• Ability to effectively meet deadlines
• Ability to work as a collaborative member of a multi-discipline design team
• Ability to communicate thoughts and technical ideas both in person and in writing
• Proficiency in REVIT
• P.E. or on track for attaining P.E. (EIT preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Industrial, Aerospace, Airport, and Laboratory experience is preferred
• Federal design experience is preferred
• Experience in lighting design is preferred.
• Experience in lightning protection, security, and fire alarm system design is preferred

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 $84,100.00 to $147,100.00. 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 November 03, 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 .