Remote Utility Transmission Planning Manager

Jacobs; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Manager – Utility Transmission Planning to lead a team of transmission planning and studies engineers, driving high‑impact grid solutions for North American utilities and IOUs.

You will mentor staff, liaise with clients and Jacobs PMs, and contribute to business development while ensuring compliance with NERC/FERC/ISO standards. Travel within North America is required, with favorable location in the Northeast, including Boston.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Electrical/Power Systems Engineering.
• Strong team leadership and communication skills.
• Experience with North American standards (NERC, FERC, ISO interconnection practices).
• Willingness to travel within North America.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of transmission planning and studies engineers and provide senior technical supervision.
• Collaborate with clients and Jacobs project managers to deliver transmission planning projects.
• Support business development efforts including proposals and bidding.

Education

Advanced degree in Electrical/Power Systems Engineering

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a Manager – Utility Transmission Planning to lead a team of transmission planning and studies engineers, driving high‑impact grid solutions for North American utilities and IOUs.

You will mentor staff, liaise with clients and Jacobs PMs, and contribute to business development while ensuring compliance with NERC/FERC/ISO standards. Travel within North America is required, with favorable location in the Northeast, including Boston.