The Lead Substation Engineer - Physical Design will work within Jacobs' Energy & Power Group, focusing on the design of substation physical deliverables for utility upgrades. This role involves close collaboration with regional Transmission & Distribution teams to support utility and developer clients. The engineer will tackle challenges related to decarbonization and utility modernization, ensuring the delivery of high-quality designs on time and within budget. The position requires strong technical knowledge and client interfacing skills to effectively represent the owner's interests.

• Bachelor's or Advanced Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) within the United States.
• Minimum 15 years of direct Substation Physical design experience with a utility or consulting organization.
• Advanced knowledge of High Voltage substation components such as Transformers, Circuit Breakers, and Gas Insulated Substations (GIS).
• Prior experience in developing substation physical designs from conceptual through the development of IFC drawings.

• Develop Substation Physical design deliverables for utility upgrades including greenfield/brownfield and AIS/GIS substations.
• Interface directly with utility and developer clients to understand their standards and provide feedback.
• Perform project scoping, prepare task orders, and conduct design reviews of work by others.
• Conduct field visits and walk-downs as required for client projects, providing engineering support during construction.
• Ensure quality assurance and quality control of design calculations, construction drawings, and specifications.

• 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.