Substation Physical / Protection and Control Engineer

Overview

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

The energy industry is undergoing rapid and dramatic changes, transforming the utility landscape to enhance safety, reliability and sustainability. Jacobs is expanding its Transmission & Distribution (T&D) operations in North America and is looking for a Substation Physical and P&C Engineer in its Energy & Power Group to tackle the complexities of decarbonization and utility modernization to deliver a cleaner and more secure energy future.

As a Substation Physical / P&C Engineer, you will work closely with our regional and global Transmission & Distribution (T&D) delivery teams to support our utility / developer clients and operations teams as we expand our energy transition portfolio. You will interface with utility / developer clients on Substation Physical and P&C methodologies, development of design deliverables for utility upgrades including greenfield / brownfield and AIS / GIS substations, offshore wind facilities, and developer interconnection facilities. Prior experience in the design of utility transmission and distribution systems will be highly regarded.

Jacobs is often engaged as program managers to deliver major programs and overhauls of the T&D networks. You will provide engineering overview, expertise, and direction while acting as an independent technical advisor representing owner's interests. The successful candidate shall demonstrate relevant experience and technical knowledge in Substation Physical Design and Protection & Control applied to transmission and distribution projects for utilities and developers. You will be in a client-facing position and will be responsible for understanding client standards and protection philosophies, provide feedback on the application and be able to develop Substation design deliverables fully and independently as required for the projects on-time and within the budget.

You will mentor team members across North America and globally with Jacobs Global Integrated Delivery (GID). You will work with a cross-functional team to both support the sales and proposal preparation process for new contracts and the committed high-quality delivery of those services to the client. Involvement with professional societies such as the IEEE, PES and similar including interest in participating in industry conferences, seminars, trade shows, and networking events to promote company services and stay updated on industry innovations and advancements is a plus.

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Base pay range

$129,400.00 / yr - $179,000.00 / yr

Responsibilities

• Interface with regional and global Transmission & Distribution (T&D) delivery teams to support utility / developer clients and operations teams as we expand the energy transition portfolio.
• Interface with utility / developer clients on Substation Physical and P&C methodologies and develop design deliverables for utility upgrades including greenfield / brownfield, AIS / GIS substations, offshore wind facilities, and developer interconnection facilities.
• Provide engineering overview, expertise, and direction as an independent technical advisor representing owner's interests.
• Develop Substation design deliverables fully and independently, ensuring on-time delivery within budget.
• Mentor team members across North America and globally with Jacobs Global Integrated Delivery (GID).
• Support sales and proposal preparation and ensure high-quality delivery of services to the client.
• Engage with professional societies (IEEE, PES) and participate in industry conferences, seminars, trade shows, and networking events to stay updated on industry innovations.

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