On-Site Electrical Engineer - Hyperscale Data Center

Jacobs; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 95,200 - 130,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Stock purchase discount

PPTO and holidays

Job summary

Jacobs has an On-Site Electrical Engineer opportunity for a project near Baton Rouge, LA. This role acts as the field representative supporting installation and delivery of electrical infrastructure, and ensures clear communication among stakeholders while addressing design and construction challenges.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, 10+ years in electrical design, construction, or commissioning (or 5+ years on hyperscale data center projects), and

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.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary on-site representative for electrical systems.
• Support construction activities involving medium- and low-voltage distribution, 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

Troubleshooting

Communication

Construction safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Jacobs has an On-Site Electrical Engineer opportunity for a project near Baton Rouge, LA. This role acts as the field representative supporting installation and delivery of electrical infrastructure, and ensures clear communication among stakeholders while addressing design and construction challenges.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, 10+ years in electrical design, construction, or commissioning (or 5+ years on hyperscale data center projects), and