Senior Electrical Designer

Jacobs; West Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 111,034,560 - 204,725,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Caregiver leave

Stock purchase options

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Senior Electrical Designer in West Des Moines, Iowa. You will be responsible for designing electrical power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and communication systems for advanced manufacturing facilities using AutoCAD and Revit MEP.

Your role includes creating 2D/3D models, coordinating with engineers, managing staffing plans, and mentoring junior staff. The position offers a competitive salary range and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of relevant experience in electrical design.
• 5+ years of Revit design experience.
• Experience as a BIM lead for at least 5 years.
• Knowledge of NEC and electrical design requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical power distribution, lighting, fire alarm systems.
• Create 2D/3D models and sketches using AutoCAD and Revit MEP.
• Coordinate delivery of electrical packages with engineers.
• Develop staffing plans and manage project schedules.
• Mentor junior designers and provide guidance.

Skills

Electrical design

3-D modeling

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

BIM leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

About the Role

As a Senior Electrical Designer at Jacobs, you will design and draft electrical power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and communication systems for advanced manufacturing facilities using AutoCAD and Revit MEP. You will develop layouts, sketches, 2D/3D models, and electronic document files, coordinate with engineers and design leads, manage staffing plans, mentor junior staff, and ensure project deliverables meet client expectations for scope, budget, and schedule.

Location & Work Arrangement

Geographical flexibility within the U.S., with a strong preference for candidates residing in Pittsburgh, PA; Tempe, AZ; or Portland, OR. Qualified candidates may be considered for remote work.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform computer-aided drafting and design of electrical power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, and communication systems.
• Create 2D/3D models and sketches using AutoCAD and Revit MEP.
• Coordinate delivery of complex electrical packages with engineers and design leads.
• Develop staffing plans and manage project schedules.
• Mentor and provide guidance to less experienced designers and drafters.

Required Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience in electrical design using 3-D modeling and drafting.
• At least 5 years of design experience with Revit.
• At least 5 years of experience as a BIM lead.
• Knowledge of NEC and electrical design requirements.
• Visa sponsorship not available for this role.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a relevant field.
• At least 5 years of semiconductor or mission-critical design experience.

Compensation & Benefits

The base salary range is $80,600.00 to $148,610.00, paid hourly based on hours worked. Salary is determined by location and factors such as skills, experience, and training.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off (starting at 17 days per calendar year), seven paid holidays, caregiver leave, the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and legally mandated benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.