Entry Level Electrical Engineer

About the Role

At Jacobs, we're seeking an Entry-Level Electrical Engineer to join our Water team. You will work on projects that help deliver safe, reliable, and sustainable water and wastewater solutions. You'll contribute to critical infrastructure projects while collaborating with experienced engineers and industry professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Work alongside experienced Professional Engineers, engaging with clients, evaluating project needs, and developing engineering solutions for water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, lift stations, and related infrastructure.
• Prepare electrical engineering designs and construction documents, including:
• Single-line diagrams
• Installation details
• Electrical room layouts
• Connection diagrams
• Cable schedules
• Control panel layouts
• Grounding systems
• Lighting designs
• Power distribution plans
• Support the development of power system studies, including:
• Short-circuit analyses
• Protective device coordination analyses
• Arc flash analyses
• Participate in engineering calculations, equipment selection, and specification development.
• Coordinate designs with process, civil, structural, mechanical, and instrumentation & controls disciplines.
• Support senior engineers in the selection and specification of electrical equipment, including:
• Medium- and low-voltage power distribution systems
• Motor control centers (MCCs)
• Generators
• Variable frequency drives (VFDs)
• Participate in field investigations, condition assessments, construction reviews, startup activities, and commissioning support.
• Provide support to project teams.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and inclusion.
• Gain exposure to project management, client interaction, multidisciplinary coordination, and industry-standard design software.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university.
• Foundational understanding of electrical power systems through coursework, internships, co-op experiences, research projects, or relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access).

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written.
• Displayed ability to learn quickly and driven to broaden knowledge base.
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a variety of teams, including multi-disciplinary teams.
• Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future.
• Experience or interest in water and wastewater treatment facilities, industrial power systems, instrumentation and controls, or municipal infrastructure is highly desirable.