Electrical Engineer; Subject Matter Expert; SME Data Center market

Electrical Engineer (Subject Matter Expert (SME)) (Data Center market)

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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.

This job opportunity is available at ANY location in the United States. Ideally, selected candidates will be near a JACOBS U.S. based office, but we intend to hire the "best" candidates.

Your impact

Jacobs is seeking a highly experienced Electrical Engineer Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead technical excellence across our global data center portfolio. This role is pivotal in shaping the electrical infrastructure of mission‑critical facilities, while also driving strategic growth, mentoring talent, and representing Jacobs’ technical leadership externally. The ideal candidate brings deep domain expertise, business acumen, and a passion for innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Innovation

• Provide internal technical leadership in electrical engineering across data center programs.

• Set design strategy with clients with up front planning. Optimization of electrical systems including MV/LV distribution, UPS, generators, grounding, and redundancy strategies.

• Champion innovation in power systems, energy efficiency, and resiliency.

• Develop and maintain Jacobs’ electrical standards, specifications, and best practices.

• Support commissioning, troubleshooting, and lifecycle performance of electrical systems.

Strategic Impact & Business Development

• Act as the external face of Jacobs’ electrical expertise in client engagements, industry forums, and strategic pursuits.

• Partner with sales teams to win our most complex and high‑value data center projects.

• Participate in sales calls, client workshops, and proposal development to shape winning strategies.

• Influence business strategy through technical differentiation and delivery excellence.

Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing

• Mentor and coach engineers and designers within the electrical discipline.

• Publish technical papers and contribute to Jacobs’ thought leadership.

• Present at industry conferences and represent Jacobs in professional associations.

Execution & Multi‑Tasking

• Balance strategic initiatives with hands‑on project execution, managing multiple priorities in parallel.

• Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement efforts across global sites.

• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (NEC, IEEE, NFPA, IEC, etc.).

Here’s what you’ll need

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (Master’s preferred).

• 20+ years of experience in electrical engineering, with 15+ years in mission‑critical/data center environments.

• Proven expertise in MV/LV distribution, UPS systems, generator sizing, fault coordination, and arc flash analysis.

• Strong familiarity with NEC, IEEE, NFPA, IEC, and local electrical codes.

• Proven record of technical innovation solving client’s challenges.

• Professional Engineering (PE) license or equivalent certification is a plus.

• Exceptional communication, leadership, and multi‑tasking skills.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data center clients.

• Involvement in sustainability and energy optimization initiatives.

• Vendor management and contract negotiation experience.

• Hands‑on commissioning and retro‑commissioning expertise.

Work Environment

• Primarily office‑based with occasional travel to data center sites and client locations.

• Travel up to 25% based on project and business needs.

• On‑call availability for critical incident support.

Benefits

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…