Senior Electrical Engineer (37148)

Jacobs; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Discounted company stock

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead design for power distribution and low-voltage systems. Responsibilities include supervising design teams, preparing technical specifications, and collaborating with contractors on site. Candidates should have at least 12 years of experience and a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering. This is an on-site role in Boise, Idaho, with a competitive salary range of $120,000 to $180,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in engineering design of electrical systems.
• Strong knowledge of NEC and electrical calculations.
• Experience with vendor submittal reviews and field coordination.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering and design for facilities.
• Supervise design team and review quality of design packages.
• Collaborate with clients and support on-site construction activities.

Skills

Electrical engineering design

Project supervision

Technical specification preparation

Collaboration with contractors

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit

BIM software

Job description

Overview

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. Your impact.

Our People & Places Solutions business reinforces our drive to improve the lives of people everywhere and epitomizes the "why" of what we do—the tremendous positive impact and value our solutions bring to our communities and society as a whole. From facilities delivering life-saving therapies and ensuring clean water to enabling the connection of people through all modes of transportation and providing access to technology, we’re integrating a multitude of these solution elements to build the smart environments of tomorrow.

Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed—today and into tomorrow. We do not settle; we always look beyond to raise the bar and deliver with excellence, applying our expertise and knowledge as we look into the future with optimism. We don’t settle until we give our best and know that we’re making a difference.

Responsibilities

• Perform, lead and oversee electrical engineering and design for facility power distribution, grounding, lighting, and low‑voltage communication systems.
• Supervise designer work, provide team technical leadership, and perform quality reviews of design packages.
• Prepare technical specifications and bid/construction documents; serve as Electrical discipline lead or QC reviewer.
• Collaborate closely with owners and contractors and support construction activities on‑site.
• Participate in proposals and deliver proactive solutions to client challenges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Science Degree in Electrical or Renewable Energy Engineering from an accredited university.
• Current Professional Engineer (PE) licensure with ability to obtain in the State of Idaho.
• At least 12 years of experience in engineering design of building electrical systems.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC (NFPA 70), voltage drop, arc flash, short-circuit, and load flow calculations.
• Experience with electrical equipment specification, vendor submittal reviews, and field coordination.
• Ability to perform site punch walks and work effectively within construction environments.

Preferred qualifications

• Semiconductor and/or mission-critical/data center design experience.
• Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and thrive in a dynamic environment.
• Working knowledge of Revit or BIM software.
• Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills, with a passion for continuous learning.

Additional Information

• On-site role at a client facility in Boise, ID, Monday–Friday, approximately 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Requires field mobility including walking long distances, climbing ladders, working in tight spaces, and lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Travel may be required.
• Must pass background check and drug screening and be fully authorized to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship).

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Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $120,000.00 to $180,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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. Job posted on March 17, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.