Location
Chicago, IL
Type
Full-time
Posted
8/29/2026
Compensation
$110,600 - $150,000 per year
Job description
The Sr. Electrical Engineer (Data Centers) role at Jacobs focuses on engineering and design for data center facilities. This position is part of the Advanced Manufacturing group and involves collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams to establish design requirements. The engineer will work on projects related to power distribution systems, emergency systems, and low voltage communications in complex industrial settings. The role offers flexibility in location within the U.S. and emphasizes mentorship and career development.
Requirements
- 6 years of experience in engineering design of medium and low voltage distribution systems.
- Extensive knowledge of and experience with 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.
- Contribute to team technical collaboration and perform quality reviews of design packages.
- Assist directly with other portions of the design process.
- Interact with clients, owners, and contractors to assist with construction on site.
- Manage quality, scope, budget, and schedule for projects.
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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