Director – Electrical Utility Systems (m/w/d)

Your impact

Are you an experienced electrical engineer ready to take the next step into strategic leadership? At Jacobs, we’re looking for a visionary Director to lead our Medium Voltage Microgrid and Power Systems practice—someone who blends technical excellence with business acumen and a passion for client engagement.

This is your opportunity to shape the future of resilient, behind-the-meter power infrastructure across North America, while mentoring teams and driving market growth.

As Director, you’ll lead the delivery of innovative power system solutions for campuses, hospitals, airports, and mission-critical facilities. Your portfolio will include substations, distribution networks, and microgrids capable of grid-parallel and islanded operations—designed to deliver reliable, sustainable, and cost-effective energy.

In this leadership role, you will:

• 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.

Here's what you'll need

• 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 Qualifications

• 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.

Why Jacobs?

Jacobs is where engineers evolve into strategic leaders. You’ll work with top-tier talent, engage directly with clients, and help shape resilient energy systems that matter. If you're ready to lead with purpose and grow your impact—Jacobs is your next step.

Location: Flexible (Office-based, Remote, or Hybrid) Salary Range: $140,800 – $230,000

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 $140,800.00 to $230,000.00. 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.

At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

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.

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