Electrical Engineer - Cities & Places

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.

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At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical infrastructure, environmental, and community challenges. Our Cities & Places team partners with clients to create innovative, sustainable, and resilient facilities that improve the way people live, work, and learn. We share a common purpose – to make the world more connected and sustainable. Project delivery strategies include design/bid/build, design build, and Integrated Project Delivery, and are often highly collaborative with the client, general contractor, and trade partners. The key to our success is our culture of continuous improvement, innovation, team‑oriented work practices, inclusion and diversity, and respect for everyone. If you are up the challenge and interested in turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good, then Jacobs is where you belong.

We're seeking a passionate and motivated Electrical Engineer to join our Boise, Idaho office. As a key member of our Cities and Places team, you'll collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals to deliver electrical engineering solutions for commercial, institutional, municipal, and other complex facility projects across the United States and globally.

In this role, you'll contribute to all phases of project delivery, from planning and design through construction support, applying your technical expertise to develop reliable, efficient, and code‑compliant building electrical systems. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers, architects, and project managers while growing your technical and professional capabilities within one of the world's leading engineering consultancies.

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. If you're up for the challenge, we've been looking for someone just like you.

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Here’s what you’ll need

• Professional Engineering Registration (P.E.)
• 10-15 years relevant professional experience.
• Experience designing electrical systems for commercial, institutional, industrial, or municipal facilities.
• Knowledge of applicable building codes, electrical standards, and industry best practices.
• Experience with electrical design software and calculation tools.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team‑oriented environment.
• Ability to perform as a lead electrical engineer.
• Experience working in a multi‑discipline team.
• Solid working knowledge of the National Electrical Code

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• Experience using building BIM drafting software (AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit)
• Practical, hands‑on experience and/or construction support
• Experience with alternate delivery (Design‑Build, CMAR/CM‑GC and/or EPC projects)
• Experience in developing project level of efforts for building electrical design
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills

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 $102,900.00 to $160,800.00. 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 September 03, 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.

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