Lead Electrical Engineer

At Jacobs, we strive for excellence, always looking to innovate and elevate our work. We apply our expertise to create solutions that make a difference as we focus on the future with optimism. We are currently in search of a Lead Electrical Engineer to take on a technical leadership role in designing and overseeing highly advanced industrial facilities. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex semiconductor manufacturing projects and other state‑of‑the‑art facilities. While the ideal candidate will be based in Tempe, Arizona, we encourage applicants from across the U.S. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your specialized knowledge to tackle complex challenges and deliver innovative engineering solutions. Your responsibilities will include overseeing design work, leading project teams, and conducting quality reviews of design packages, all while directly contributing to the most challenging aspects of the design process. Your tasks will involve: engineering and design oversight for facility power distribution systems, grounding, and lighting, as well as occasional retrofitting of existing systems. You will develop technical specifications and construction documents, ensuring consistent alignment between drawings and specifications, and serve as the Electrical discipline lead or Quality Control reviewer. Additionally, you will engage directly with clients, owners, and contractors, supporting on‑site construction activities and participating in proposals to address solutions to potential issues. This position requires a broad perspective to recommend best practices, refine processes, and lead functional teams. You will work independently, requiring guidance only on complex issues, and serve as a trusted resource for quality and innovative thinking. If you’re ready to take charge of high‑impact projects and shape the future of electrical engineering design, we want you on our team. Bring your curiosity, ability to multi‑task, and exceptional organizational skills, and we will help you grow while making significant impacts together. Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering Professional Engineer (PE) license or eligibility to obtain within 6 months of hire At least 12 years of experience in engineering design of building electrical systems Electrical design experience for semiconductor or mission‑critical facilities Strong working knowledge of NFPA 70 (NEC) and IEEE standards Extensive design experience with electrical power system equipment, including switchgears, transformers, panelboards, generators, and UPS systems Experience with power system modeling software, preferably ETAP Effective verbal and written communication skills Team leadership experience Ideally, you will also possess: Senior technical leadership experience Familiarity with Revit or BIM software Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities A forward‑thinking mindset, eager to learn and contribute innovative ideas The drive to quickly learn and expand your knowledge base A collaborative spirit, able to work effectively in diverse, multidisciplinary teams A passion for buildings and construction This role at Jacobs is an equal opportunity position, where all qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, gender, age, and other statuses protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr