Location
Chicago, IL
Type
Full-time
Posted
7/3/2026
Compensation
$120,400 - $188,125 per year
Job description
The Sr. Electrical Engineer will work within Jacobs' Advanced Manufacturing group, focusing on the engineering and design of data centers and mission-critical facilities. This role offers flexibility in location across the U.S. and emphasizes collaboration within a multi-discipline team. The engineer will contribute to projects that enhance power distribution systems and other electrical components in complex industrial settings. The position is ideal for someone passionate about innovative design and eager to make a significant impact in the field.
Requirements
- 6 years of experience in engineering design of medium and low voltage distribution systems.
- Extensive knowledge of industrial facility design.
- Working knowledge of Revit or BIM software.
- Solid working knowledge of NFPA 70 (NEC).
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Provide design work for data center facility power distribution systems, UPS, emergency systems, grounding, lighting, and low voltage communications systems.
- Contribute to team technical collaboration and perform quality reviews of design packages.
- Assist directly with other portions of the design process and interact with clients, owners, and contractors.
- Manage quality, scope, budget, and schedule for projects.
- Work closely with a multi-discipline team to establish design requirements and produce construction documents.
Benefits
- 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.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Jacobs Engineering Group Inc
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
55
FY2026
Approval rate
98.3%
FY2026
LCA certified
32
FY2026
Entry-level share
18.8%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
+57%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-80%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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