Jacobs · 2 weeks ago
Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), Security, Communications Systems Engineer
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $160K/yrJacobs is a company focused on solving critical problems for thriving cities and resilient environments. They are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to develop design plans and specifications for intelligent transportation systems, security systems, and communications systems, while collaborating with a team on large-scale infrastructure projects.
Civil EngineeringConsultingCyber SecurityIndustrialIndustrial EngineeringInformation TechnologyInfrastructureProfessional ServicesReal Estate
Responsibilities
Work with Systems team and other disciplines on ITS, Security and Communications systems for public and private clients
Provide design packages that include plans, specifications, and cost estimates
Provide calculations to support designs
Support the implementation of these systems by providing field inspections, reviewing submittals, and responding to requests for information
Support the commissioning and testing of these systems
Research technologies to provide solutions to clients
Attend team and client meetings
Attend client site visits throughout New England and nationally
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Civil engineering or related field from an accredited program, university, or college
Substantial professional years of experience in the design and commissioning of intelligent transportation systems, security systems and/or communication networks
Strong problem-solving skills
Capable of working in a team environment, including giving and receiving critical feedback
Strong and effective verbal and written communications skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Self-motivated, responsible, and accountable
Ability to communicate effectively with clients and owners, and able to respond in a timely manner to their requests and needs
Valid driver's license and ability to transport self to sites on short notice
Local to greater Boston MA, or willing to relocate to the area
Preferred
A Master's Degree is a plus
Project Management a plus
Working knowledge of intelligent transportation systems, security systems, and/or communication networks
Experience with some or all the following: Traffic control devices such as electronic variable message boards, wrong way driver detection, Surveillance technology and video management platforms, Electronic Access Control hardware, Communications networks including wi-fi, cellular, 5G, and fiber optics, Emerging technologies such as solar, electric vehicle charging, or autonomous vehicle planning, AutoCAD, Revit, and/or MicroStation
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)
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.
Founded in 1947
10001+ employees
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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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