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Power Systems Engineer – Strategic Projects

Jacobs

Location

Denver, CO

Type

Full-time

Posted

9/25/2026

Compensation

$132,900 - $174,450 per year

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

Job description

The Power Systems Engineer – Strategic Projects role at Jacobs focuses on supporting strategic utility initiatives and capital projects related to high-voltage transmission and substation infrastructure. The position is ideal for engineers who thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy tackling complex technical challenges. The successful candidate will lead a diverse portfolio of projects, including substations, transmission systems, and renewable energy integration. This role offers exceptional exposure to utility modernization and opportunities to influence critical infrastructure investments.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.
  • 12+ years of utility, transmission, substation, or power systems engineering experience.
  • Experience with high-voltage systems ranging from 69kV through 500kV.
  • Knowledge of substation equipment including power transformers, circuit breakers, and protection and control systems.
  • Familiarity with applicable industry standards including IEEE, NESC, and NEC.

Responsibilities

  • Lead special projects involving high-voltage substations and transmission systems.
  • Perform engineering studies, technical evaluations, and system assessments.
  • Develop project scopes, technical specifications, and engineering recommendations.
  • Support conceptual, preliminary, and detailed engineering design activities.
  • Coordinate engineering efforts through all project lifecycle phases.

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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