Senior/Lead Electrical Engineer: Energy and Power (Chicago)
JacobsSenior/Lead Electrical Engineer: Energy and Power (Chicago)
JacobsLocation
Chicago, IL
Type
Full-time
Posted
9/5/2026
Compensation
$155,600 - $272,300 per year
Job description
The Senior/Lead Electrical Engineer position at Jacobs focuses on leading an electrical engineering team to provide advisory services and engineering design solutions in the energy sector. This role involves mentoring junior staff and engaging with clients to develop innovative energy projects. The team is dedicated to addressing the complexities of energy resiliency and decarbonization, contributing to a cleaner and more secure energy future. Candidates will work in a hybrid setup from the Chicago office, collaborating with various stakeholders to deliver exceptional services.
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 (any US state), or the ability to acquire a license in additional states if required for a particular project
- 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 for clients
- 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
- Participate in proposal development and project execution planning
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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