Senior Electrical Engineer

  • Jacobs
  • Knoxville, Tennessee
  • Full Time
Senior Electrical Engineer

Location

Knoxville, Tennessee, United States

Capabilities

Electrical

Office Setup

Hybrid

Job ID

#26052

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 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

Quality control for project design in the office and around the region

Evaluation and selection of electrical systems, such as distribution voltage levels, and equipment such as Switchgear and Motor Control Center

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

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.

Here's what you'll need

B.S. in Engineering (Electrical) or equivalent, plus applicable registrations

Minimum 10+ years' relevant industry experience preferred

Registered Professional Licensure

Ideally,you'll also have

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Experience within the Water and Wastewater Market

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Jacobs' 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, one floating holiday, 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 $92,800.00 to $121,800.00. 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.

Locations

CityStateCountry

NashvilleTennesseeUnited States

ChattanoogaTennesseeUnited States

LouisvilleKentuckyUnited States

KnoxvilleTennesseeUnited States
Job ID: 476091071
Originally Posted on: 5/7/2025

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