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Senior/Lead Electrical Engineer: Energy and Power

Jacobs

Location

Chicago, IL

Type

Full-time

Posted

7/8/2026

Compensation

$150,000 - $205,000 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
Approval 97.8%·Filings 89·New hires 39·
Established Sponsor
·FY 2025

Job description

The Senior/Lead Electrical Engineer position at Jacobs focuses on providing advisory services and engineering design solutions in the energy sector. The role involves mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with clients to develop innovative energy solutions. The team is dedicated to tackling the complexities of energy resiliency and decarbonization, aiming to deliver a cleaner and more secure energy future. Candidates will engage in business development and strategy formation while leading a team of engineers.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Advanced Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power Engineering or related engineering discipline.
  • At least 10 years of engineering design and/or consulting experience.
  • Professional Engineering licensure in any US state, with the ability to acquire a license in additional states if required.
  • Proven ability to engage with clients, develop relationships, and win work.
  • Strong communication and technical writing skills.
  • Availability to travel as required to support project needs.

Responsibilities

  • Lead an electrical engineering team to provide advisory services and engineering design solutions.
  • Collaborate with Client Account Managers and sales professionals on strategic pursuits.
  • Mentor and manage junior and mid-level electrical engineering staff members.
  • Evaluate client energy needs and develop concept-level plans and solutions.
  • Engage in business growth strategy, including exploration and development of new project opportunities.
  • Provide full execution of solutions from exploration to retirement.

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.

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