Job description
The Principal Substation Engineer will work within Jacobs' Energy & Power Group, focusing on the design and development of substation deliverables for utility upgrades. This role involves collaborating with regional and global Transmission & Distribution teams to support utility and developer clients during the energy transition. The engineer will provide technical expertise and act as an independent advisor while mentoring team members across North America. The position emphasizes the importance of client interaction and the delivery of high-quality engineering solutions.
Requirements
- 5 years of direct Substation design experience with a utility or consulting organization.
- Advanced knowledge and understanding of High Voltage substation components.
- Prior experience in the development of substation designs from conceptual through the development of IFC drawings.
- Familiarity with grounding system design and lighting protection designs for substations.
- Ability to perform substation AC/DC Station Service calculations and studies.
- Familiarity and experience with CADD platforms such as Autodesk or Bentley products.
- Strong communication and technical writing skills.
Responsibilities
- Interface directly with utility and developer clients to develop substation design deliverables.
- Provide engineering overview, expertise, and direction as an independent technical advisor.
- Mentor team members and support the sales and proposal preparation process.
- Perform project scoping, prepare task orders, and review design work by others.
- Conduct field visits and walk-downs as required for client projects.
- Ensure the delivery of projects on-time and within budget.
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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