Design Manager - Electrical Transmission and Distribution (Pacific NW)

Industry

Energy

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 strive for excellence and innovation, always pushing boundaries to achieve outstanding results. Our expertise and forward-thinking approach drive us to make a positive impact on the world. We collaborate and give our best to create meaningful change.

Join our Energy and Power business unit as a Design Manager, where we leverage our solutions across various s to foster a more connected and sustainable world, both environmentally and socially. 

Role Summary

By joining our team, you’ll have the opportunity to deploy your design management/project management skills to manage technical staff in developing innovative solutions that solve our clients’ challenging electric transmission and distribution needs. In this role you will collaborate across engineering disciplines to support a diverse international, multi-sector client group. You will manage internal Jacobs teams as well as external subconsultants and contractors. The specific projects you will be assigned will typically include electric substations, transmission & distribution services – both underground and overhead.

This position provides the opportunity to engage with our clients, develop holistic concept-level plans and solutions, then take these through detailed design to provide for full execution of the solution. We offer and deliver a true “end to end” life-cycle service from needs assessment and planning to startup and commissioning. Demonstrated abilities include a broad understanding of construction of underground and overhead electric utility infrastructure. 

Prior experience in consulting, design management and project management will be highly regarded. Your primary responsibilities will focus upon providing advisory and design solutions for transmission and distribution projects. You will collaborate with our technical leadership, client account managers and sales professionals on pursuits of strategic importance to the firm. You’ll be expected to possess highly collaborative and sophisticated communication and problem-solving skills. Successful candidates will have a demonstrated the ability to anticipate challenges and manage “up and out” while supporting large teams responsible for the daily details of project delivery. If you are excited by the opportunity to participate in the energy transition, motivated by a challenge, and enjoy working with a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team to develop innovative solutions, Jacobs is the place for you. Come join our growing team to realize the future of energy!

Responsibilities

• Project Planning and Scheduling: Developing detailed project plans, timelines, and schedules to ensure that all project phases are completed on time.
• Budget Management: Overseeing project budgets, ensuring that costs are controlled and projects are completed within financial constraints.
• Team Coordination: Leading and coordinating the efforts of engineering teams, ensuring effective communication and collaboration among team members.
• Risk Management: Identifying potential project risks and developing mitigation strategies to address them.
• Quality Assurance: Ensuring that all project deliverables meet the required quality standards and specifications.
• Resource Allocation: Managing the allocation of resources to optimize project efficiency.
• Compliance and Safety: Ensuring that all project activities comply with relevant regulations, standards, and safety guidelines with special focus on keeping people safe.
• Documentation and Reporting: Preparing and maintaining comprehensive project documentation, including progress reports, cost analyses, and final project reports. 

At Jacobs, we partner globally to achieve the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams.

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Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional Engineer license in state(s) within the Western Region of the US.
• Minimum of 10 years demonstrated professional experience as a Project Engineer, Design Manager, or Project Manager responsible for execution of transmission and/or distribution related projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make decisions and pivot quickly as required to meet our client’s business objectives.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present project status information clearly and concisely to various stakeholders.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy in cost estimation and reporting.
• Experience working for Engineering, Design Build or Construction/EPC firms. 
• Knowledge of risk management and cost control techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of demonstrated professional experience as a Design/Project Manager responsible for execution of electric transmission & distribution infrastructure projects.
• Experience in undergrounding projects within an urban environment.

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

154,700.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

201,000.00

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 $154,700.00 to $201,000.00. 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 June 11, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

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 .

Locations

City State Country
Seattle	Washington	United States
Portland	Oregon	United States
Redding	California	United States
Bellevue	Washington	United States