On-Site Electrical Engineer: Field Lead for Critical Infra

Jacobs; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Stock purchase program

Paid time off (PPTO)

Holiday pay

Job summary

Jacobs in Baton Rouge is seeking an On-Site Electrical Engineer to support the installation and delivery of electrical infrastructure for critical systems at a project site near Baton Rouge, LA.

The role requires 10+ years of electrical design/construction experience, or 5+ years supporting hyperscale data center projects, and hands-on on-site work with strong communication across multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in electrical design, construction, operations, or commissioning; or 5+ years supporting hyperscale data center projects.
• Experience with substations, switchgear, UPS systems, generators, MV/LV distribution, protective relaying, and mission-critical electrical systems.
• Familiarity with applicable electrical codes, standards, and testing requirements.
• Strong technical troubleshooting and communication skills.
• Ability to safely work on active construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary on-site representative for electrical systems.
• Support construction activities involving medium-voltage, low-voltage, emergency power, grounding, controls, and distribution systems.
• Conduct daily field observations to assess quality, safety, and installation progress.
• Coordinate electrical design issues and field modifications with engineering teams.
• Facilitate review and resolution of RFIs, submittals, and equipment substitutions.
• Support BIM coordination reviews and interdisciplinary coordination efforts.
• Monitor installation activities for compliance with drawings, specifications, and design intent.
• Identify deficiencies, installation concerns, and schedule risks.
• Coordinate inspections, testing activities, energization planning, and startup support.
• Collaborate with commissioning, QA/QC, and Owner teams to ensure successful system implementation.
• Prepare weekly site observation reports and technical recommendations.Participate in project meetings and maintain clear communication among stakeholders.

Skills

Electrical design

Field installation

Project coordination

Troubleshooting

Code compliance

Active construction sites

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Jacobs in Baton Rouge is seeking an On-Site Electrical Engineer to support the installation and delivery of electrical infrastructure for critical systems at a project site near Baton Rouge, LA.

The role requires 10+ years of electrical design/construction experience, or 5+ years supporting hyperscale data center projects, and hands-on on-site work with strong communication across multidisciplinary teams.