The Principal Substation Engineer will play a key role in Jacobs' Energy & Power Group, focusing on the design and development of substation deliverables for utility upgrades. This position requires close collaboration with regional and global Transmission & Distribution teams to support utility and developer clients. The engineer will be responsible for mentoring team members and ensuring high-quality delivery of services. The role also involves interfacing with clients to understand their standards and requirements while managing project timelines and budgets.

• Master’s degree in electrical engineering, Electrical Power Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) within the United States.
• Minimum 12 years of direct Substation design experience with a utility or consulting organization.
• Advanced knowledge of High Voltage substation components.
• Prior experience in development of substation designs from conceptual through to IFC drawings.
• Familiarity with grounding system design and lighting protection designs for substations.
• Strong communication and technical writing skills.

• Develop Substation design deliverables for utility upgrades including greenfield/brownfield and AIS/GIS substations.
• Interface directly with utility and developer clients to understand their standards and provide feedback.
• Mentor team members across North America and globally.
• Support the sales and proposal preparation process for new contracts.
• Perform project scoping, prepare task orders, and review work by others.
• Conduct field visits and walk-downs as required for client projects.
• Act as an independent technical advisor representing owner's interests.

• Employees at Jacobs are often offered benefits designed around physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing, including health and safety programs, mental health support, retirement and financial planning resources, flexible time off and initiatives that support a strong culture of caring.