Entry Level Electrical Engineer (Energy/Power) Job at Jacobs, Cary, NC

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  • Jacobs
  • Cary, NC

Job Description

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.

Your impact

Jacobs' Energy and Power Solutions team is searching for a driven Entry-Level Electrical Engineer who is excited about starting their career focused on the energy and power market.

As part of our team, you’ll have the chance to work on projects that bring innovative solutions to our clients’ challenges locally and worldwide. We have many opportunities for those with an interest in power system planning, renewable energy, power generation and distribution. Under the guidance of professional engineers and other senior technical staff you will provide solutions to some of our clients’ most pressing challenges.

Some of the tasks you can expect to work on in this position are condition assessment of existing systems, feasibility and master plan studies and detailed design and construction oversite for power generation facilities, distribution systems and substations. You will also produce electrical calculations, reports and construction document packages that will be utilized for bidding and construction. Expect to increase your modeling skills while modeling complex power systems to evaluate load flow, short-circuit, and arc-flash hazards and to develop relay protection strategies. Additional design activities will include lightning protection systems and grounding. You will also develop procurement specifications for a broad range of electrical equipment and materials to be installed on construction projects.

Here's what you'll need

  • Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering from ABET accredited program is required
  • Must have strong analytical, conceptual, technical writing and presentation skills

Ideally you will also have

  • Previous relevant intern experience is preferred
  • Experience with 3D modeling and viewing software such as AutoCAD, CADWorx, Revit and NavisWorks
  • System modeling experience using SKM Power Tools, ETAP, or similar modeling software
  • Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $61,800.00 to $96,690.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on September 10, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.

Job Tags

Full time, Internship, Remote work, Worldwide, Visa sponsorship,

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