Jacobs · 1 week ago
Director – Electrical Utility Systems (Electrical Engineering Focus) 30256
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$141K/yr - $230K/yr
10+ years expJacobs is a company focused on solving critical problems for cities and environments. They are seeking a visionary Director to lead their Medium Voltage Microgrid and Power Systems practice, responsible for delivering innovative power system solutions and mentoring a multidisciplinary team.
Civil EngineeringConsultingCyber SecurityIndustrialIndustrial EngineeringInformation TechnologyInfrastructureProfessional ServicesReal Estate
Responsibilities
Define market strategy and drive business development across aviation, healthcare, higher education, federal, and advanced manufacturing sectors
Engage clients directly, lead proposals, and oversee project execution
Mentor and grow a multidisciplinary team of engineers and designers
Deliver innovative electrical solutions that enhance energy resilience and operational reliability
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
10+ years of experience in design, consulting, project management, construction, commissioning, or operations of electric power systems
Proven expertise in medium voltage systems, substations, and microgrid design
Strong communication and technical writing skills
Ability to lead teams and manage stakeholder relationships
Preferred
Professional Engineering (PE) license
Experience in operational leadership and team development
Familiarity with various construction delivery methods
Business financial acumen and strategic planning skills
Established network within the power systems and microgrid engineering community
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Basic life insurance
401(k) plan
The ability to purchase company stock at a discount
Deferred compensation plan
Executive Deferral Plan
Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees
Seven paid holidays
One floating holiday
Caregiver leave
Merit increases
Performance discretionary bonus
Stock
Company
Jacobs
Jacobs leads the global professional services sector delivering solutions for a more connected, sustainable world.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2024 (2)
2023 (6)
2022 (13)
2021 (11)
2020 (10)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.1B2023-08-18Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2023-02-16Post Ipo Debt· $500M
1980-09-26IPO
Leadership Team
Bob Pragada
Chair & Chief Executive Officer at Jacobs
Paul Friedman
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