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Electrical Engineer - Nationwide

Jacobs

Location

Denver, CO

Type

Full-time

Posted

8/18/2026

Compensation

$132,900 - $232,600 per year

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202698.3% approval+57% YoY
💎 Strong sponsor

Job description

The Electrical Engineer position at Jacobs focuses on designing large-scale electric power systems, including power generation plants and substations. The role requires a strong technical background and leadership skills to guide utility clients through the evolving energy landscape. The engineer will work within the energy and power team, providing advisory and design solutions for energy project development. This position emphasizes collaboration with clients and stakeholders to deliver innovative and effective solutions.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering with a preference for Power Systems emphasis.
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in design, consulting, or operations within the energy field.
  • Proven experience in complex energy projects and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Strong proficiency in power system analysis software and design tools.
  • Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required or the ability to obtain it within 6 months.
  • US citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

  • Perform power studies and develop designs for large-scale behind-the-meter power generation projects.
  • Manage and approve the execution of power system studies and engineering design of electric power systems.
  • Specify project performance and design requirements for HV or MV substations and utility-scale energy systems.
  • Execute and lead power system studies using modeling software like SKM Power Tools or ETAP.
  • Conduct campus utility master planning and strategic investment planning.
  • Lead the development of long-term utility infrastructure plans.
  • Conduct resiliency studies to assess system vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to their technical training and development.
  • Prepare and review high-quality technical reports, proposals, and presentations.

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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