Telecom Systems Engineer; Electronics

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• Work on high-profile projects for globally recognized clients.
• Collaborate with a dynamic, multidisciplinary team that values innovation and precision.
• Hybrid flexibility in Tempe, Arizona or any Jacobs office in the U.S.

• Design and document telecommunications systems for advanced facilities, including Outside Plant (OSP), backbone distribution systems, communication room layouts, rack elevations, wired and wireless device plans, and cable schedules.
• Use Revit (and occasionally AutoCAD) to create fully coordinated 3D BIM models across all design disciplines (C, S, A, M, E, P, T, I, L).
• Produce 2D construction drawings and ensure designs meet NEC, TIA, and other industry standards.
• Collaborate with designers, discipline leads, architects, and engineers to deliver accurate, constructible solutions.
• Gain opportunities to lead portions of design work with oversight, expanding your technical and leadership skills.

• Experience in telecommunications systems design for complex facilities.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM workflows.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

Ready to design the networks that connect the future? Apply today and bring your expertise to projects that matter. Bring your curiosity, talent for multi‑tasking and collaboration, and extreme organizational skills and we will help you grow, pursue, and fulfill what drives you – so we can make big impacts on the world, together.

• Two‑year technical degree or four‑year non‑technical degree.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in telecommunications design and construction industry.
• Knowledge and application of BICSI (Building Industry Consulting Services International) design practices.
• Knowledge & application of NFPA 70 (NEC) as applicable to telecommunications design requirements.
• Knowledge & application of Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) standards.
• Experience leading telecommunications design team.
• Knowledge of design and construction specifications.
• Experience estimating and scheduling small to medium sized projects.

• Associates or Bachelor's degree.
• At least 3 years of telecommunications design experience for semiconductor, data center, or advanced manufacturing facilities.
• Project management experience.
• Working knowledge of Revit and Navisworks design software platforms.
• Knowledge and design experience with paging, intercom and audio visual systems.
• Knowledge and design experience with life safety and security systems.
• Knowledge of control systems and network topology.
• One of more of the following certifications RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer), DCDC (Data Center Design Consultant), OSP (Outside Plant) or RTPM (Registered Telecommunications Project Manager).

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…