Onsite Electrical Engineer - Field Power & Commissioning

Jacobs; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 95,200 - 130,900; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an On-Site Electrical Engineer for a project near Baton Rouge, LA. This role acts as the field representative to support electrical infrastructure installation and delivery, and to facilitate clear communication among project stakeholders.

The ideal candidate brings a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and 10+ years (or 5+ years in hyperscale data center projects) of hands-on experience with substations, switchgear, UPS, generators, and MV/LV distribution, plus strong

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

Troubleshooting

Communication

Safety on construction sites

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Jacobs is seeking an On-Site Electrical Engineer for a project near Baton Rouge, LA. This role acts as the field representative to support electrical infrastructure installation and delivery, and to facilitate clear communication among project stakeholders.

The ideal candidate brings a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and 10+ years (or 5+ years in hyperscale data center projects) of hands-on experience with substations, switchgear, UPS, generators, and MV/LV distribution, plus strong