Senior Electrical Engineer (Water/Wastewater)

Jacobs; Gainesville (FL); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Job summary

Jacobs in Gainesville, FL is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to design electrical systems for water, wastewater, and water resources projects. The role involves leading multidisciplinary teams, mentoring staff, and delivering compliant, cost-effective solutions for municipal and industrial facilities.

The position offers a hybrid work model, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits; minimum 10+ years of experience and Florida PE license required; master's degree preferred.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with relevant registrations.
• Florida PE license required; 10+ years of experience preferred.
• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed electrical design for water/wastewater projects.
• Lead discipline teams of engineers and technicians.
• Mentor junior team members and support RFIs.
• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams on municipal/industrial loads.
• Develop power and lighting designs and CAD drawings.
• Communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Electrical engineering knowledge

Team leadership

Mentoring

Communication skills

Autonomous work

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Florida Professional Engineering license

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

CAD SKM

AGI32

MicroStation

Job description

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

At Jacobs, we do not settle – we’re always looking beyond to raise the bar and deliver with excellence. We apply our expertise and knowledge as we look into the future with great optimism and focus. We don’t settle until we give our best and know that we’re making a difference. We are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer who is excited about taking on complex issues associated with water/wastewater/water resources and building electrical systems for our clients.

This role is based in Gainesville, Florida; however, we are open to qualified candidates located throughout the state of Florida, including Tampa, Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, and surrounding areas.

This position will require you to work independently and as part of larger multi-disciplinary teams. This position offers a self-motivated professional an opportunity to grow personally as well as professionally within our diverse and fast-paced office. Design your 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.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Detailed knowledge and experience in the electrical discipline, with basic knowledge of related disciplines
• Understand and apply discipline codes, standards, and legislation
• Ability to complete field investigations of electrical installations
• Ability to support local construction activities and respond to technical Requests for Information (RFI) in a timely manner
• Power system design for municipal and industrial loads
• Lighting design proficiency in industrial settings
• Ability to use CAD tools (SKM, AGI32, and MicroStation)
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team, showing resilience, emotional composure, and self-management
• Ability to lead discipline teams, including engineers and technicians
• Able to mentor and train junior team members
• Excellent communication and presentation skills (spoken and written)
• Strong interpersonal skills, demonstrating commitment to achieving group objectives

Here’s what you’ll need

• B.S. in Engineering (Electrical) or equivalent, plus applicable registrations
• Minimum 10+ years’ relevant industry experience preferred
• Professional Engineering license in Florida

Ideally,you’ll also have

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• Experience within the Water and Wastewater Market

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 $115,000.00 to $170,000.00. 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 February 16, 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.