Substation Physical Engineer
Jacobs, Clark, NJ, United States
Substation Physical Engineer – Jacobs
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Substation Physical Engineer
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Jacobs .
Base pay range $129,400.00/yr - $179,000.00/yr
Overview 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.
Your impact
The energy industry is undergoing rapid and dramatic changes, transforming the utility landscape to enhance safety, reliability and sustainability. In response, Jacobs is expanding its Transmission & Distribution (T&D) operations in North America and is looking for a Substation Physical and P&C Engineer in its Energy & Power Group to tackle the complexities of decarbonization and utility modernization to deliver a cleaner and more secure energy future.
As a Substation Physical/P&C Engineer, you will be working closely with our regional and global Transmission & Distribution (T&D) delivery teams to support our utility/developer clients and operations teams as we expand our energy transition portfolio. You will play a crucial role in directly interfacing with utility/developer clients on Substation Physical and P&C methodologies, development of design deliverables for utility upgrades including greenfield/brownfield & AIS/GIS substations, offshore wind facilities, and developer interconnection facilities. Prior experience in the design of utility transmission and distribution systems will be highly regarded.
In addition, with evolving needs during energy transition, Jacobs is often called upon as program managers to deliver the major programs and overhauls of the T&D networks. You will provide engineering overview, expertise, and direction while acting as an independent technical advisor representing owner's interests.
The successful candidate shall demonstrate relevant experience and technical knowledge in Substation Physical Design and Protection & Control applied to transmission and distribution projects for utilities and developers. You will be in a client‑interfacing position and will be responsible for understanding the client standards and protection philosophies, provide feedback on the application and be able to develop Substation design deliverables fully and independently as required for the projects on‑time and within the budget.
As a Substation Physical/P&C Engineer within the group, you will mentor team members across North America and globally with Jacobs Global Integrated Delivery (GID). You will be working with a cross‑functional team to both support the sales and proposal preparation process for new contracts and the committed high‑quality delivery of those services to the client.
Involvement with professional societies such as the IEEE, PES and similar including interest in participating in industry conferences, seminars, trade shows, and networking events to promote company services and stay updated on industry innovations and advancements is a plus.
Qualifications
Bachelor's or Advanced Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power Engineering or related engineering discipline (Completion of Master’s degree will account for 1 year of professional experience)
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) within United States and ability to obtain additional PE licenses if needed
Minimum 8 years of direct Substation Physical/Protection & Controls (Physical) design experience with utility or consulting organization
Advanced knowledge of various protection philosophies and relaying functions including line protection, transformer protection, breaker failure, cap bank protection, communication-based schemes, differential protection, etc as it applies to High-Voltage substations.
Prior experience in development of substation protection and control designs through the development of drawings including panel arrangements/layouts, one lines/single lines, three lines, AC schematics, DC schematics, equipment wiring and relay panel wiring
Prior experience in development of substation physical designs through the development of drawings including general arrangement plan and sections, conduit and trench plan and sections, Grounding plan and sections, Bill of Materials, Conduit Schedules, etc.
Familiarity with grounding system design and lighting and lightning protection designs for substation.
Ability to perform SCADA communication design for substation projects
Ability to perform substation AC/DC Station Service calculations and studies, voltage drop calculations, Control/fiber cable sizing and selection
Prior experience in development and review of related equipment vendor specifications including control house/switchgear building
Demonstrated ability to perform QA/QC of design calculations, construction drawings, and specifications.
Familiarity with Relay Settings acSELerator QuickSet Software
Familiarity and experience with CADD platforms such as Autodesk or Bentley products
Prior experience as a owner’s representative is a plus
Ability to perform project scoping, prepare task orders, design review of work by others, owner's compliance verifications
Ability to perform field visits and walk‑downs as required for client projects and providing engineering support for clients through the construction
Strong communication and technical writing skills
Team player with great interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
Benefits Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. 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. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
EEO Statement 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.
Job Details
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Civil Engineering, Design Services, and IT Services and IT Consulting
Location: New York, NY
Additional Information Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Jacobs by 2x. The position will be open for at least 3 days. Job posted on November 10, 2025.
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Substation Physical Engineer
role at
Jacobs .
Base pay range $129,400.00/yr - $179,000.00/yr
Overview 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.
Your impact
The energy industry is undergoing rapid and dramatic changes, transforming the utility landscape to enhance safety, reliability and sustainability. In response, Jacobs is expanding its Transmission & Distribution (T&D) operations in North America and is looking for a Substation Physical and P&C Engineer in its Energy & Power Group to tackle the complexities of decarbonization and utility modernization to deliver a cleaner and more secure energy future.
As a Substation Physical/P&C Engineer, you will be working closely with our regional and global Transmission & Distribution (T&D) delivery teams to support our utility/developer clients and operations teams as we expand our energy transition portfolio. You will play a crucial role in directly interfacing with utility/developer clients on Substation Physical and P&C methodologies, development of design deliverables for utility upgrades including greenfield/brownfield & AIS/GIS substations, offshore wind facilities, and developer interconnection facilities. Prior experience in the design of utility transmission and distribution systems will be highly regarded.
In addition, with evolving needs during energy transition, Jacobs is often called upon as program managers to deliver the major programs and overhauls of the T&D networks. You will provide engineering overview, expertise, and direction while acting as an independent technical advisor representing owner's interests.
The successful candidate shall demonstrate relevant experience and technical knowledge in Substation Physical Design and Protection & Control applied to transmission and distribution projects for utilities and developers. You will be in a client‑interfacing position and will be responsible for understanding the client standards and protection philosophies, provide feedback on the application and be able to develop Substation design deliverables fully and independently as required for the projects on‑time and within the budget.
As a Substation Physical/P&C Engineer within the group, you will mentor team members across North America and globally with Jacobs Global Integrated Delivery (GID). You will be working with a cross‑functional team to both support the sales and proposal preparation process for new contracts and the committed high‑quality delivery of those services to the client.
Involvement with professional societies such as the IEEE, PES and similar including interest in participating in industry conferences, seminars, trade shows, and networking events to promote company services and stay updated on industry innovations and advancements is a plus.
Qualifications
Bachelor's or Advanced Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power Engineering or related engineering discipline (Completion of Master’s degree will account for 1 year of professional experience)
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) within United States and ability to obtain additional PE licenses if needed
Minimum 8 years of direct Substation Physical/Protection & Controls (Physical) design experience with utility or consulting organization
Advanced knowledge of various protection philosophies and relaying functions including line protection, transformer protection, breaker failure, cap bank protection, communication-based schemes, differential protection, etc as it applies to High-Voltage substations.
Prior experience in development of substation protection and control designs through the development of drawings including panel arrangements/layouts, one lines/single lines, three lines, AC schematics, DC schematics, equipment wiring and relay panel wiring
Prior experience in development of substation physical designs through the development of drawings including general arrangement plan and sections, conduit and trench plan and sections, Grounding plan and sections, Bill of Materials, Conduit Schedules, etc.
Familiarity with grounding system design and lighting and lightning protection designs for substation.
Ability to perform SCADA communication design for substation projects
Ability to perform substation AC/DC Station Service calculations and studies, voltage drop calculations, Control/fiber cable sizing and selection
Prior experience in development and review of related equipment vendor specifications including control house/switchgear building
Demonstrated ability to perform QA/QC of design calculations, construction drawings, and specifications.
Familiarity with Relay Settings acSELerator QuickSet Software
Familiarity and experience with CADD platforms such as Autodesk or Bentley products
Prior experience as a owner’s representative is a plus
Ability to perform project scoping, prepare task orders, design review of work by others, owner's compliance verifications
Ability to perform field visits and walk‑downs as required for client projects and providing engineering support for clients through the construction
Strong communication and technical writing skills
Team player with great interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
Benefits Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. 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. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
EEO Statement 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.
Job Details
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Civil Engineering, Design Services, and IT Services and IT Consulting
Location: New York, NY
Additional Information Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Jacobs by 2x. The position will be open for at least 3 days. Job posted on November 10, 2025.
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