Senior Electrical Systems Specialist

Industry

Transportation

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

As our infrastructure ages and the world population increases, Jacobs’ worldwide staff of professionals use new technology and expertise to develop innovative solutions to address future transportation demand. Coupled with today’s challenge to decarbonize our planet and fund projects, our people are engaged with a variety of creative projects to implement these innovative solutions.

We are looking for a collaborative Senior Electrical Systems Specialist to join our established New England Rail (Power & Signals) and Group of Traction Power Engineers, designers and industry specialists with a wide variety of talent and experience. As our newest team member, you’ll play a key role in the development of design plans, specifications and estimates for intelligent transportation systems, electrical systems, and traction power systems along with other system engineering work tasks. Joining our team, you’ll have the chance to apply your experience to work on exciting and engaging large-scale infrastructure projects and utilize your systems expertise to create innovative solutions.

At Jacobs, we’re transforming intangible ideas into innovative solutions designing the future -today. As a Systems Professional, you will too. Our team of multi-disciplinary experts is seeking a motivated candidate who will utilize their design knowledge to dream big ideas on various and complex intelligent transportation systems, electrical systems, and traction power system projects. We’d rely on your collaboration skills to coordinate interdisciplinary work as well as encourage you to bring your fresh ideas to work every day.

You’ll work with a knowledgeable and supportive team as you design these systems and assist in construction support and commissioning activities. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of any of the following: Substations and Unit Substation, AC and DC traction power and equipment, power generation and unit substations, mechanical pump rooms, AC and DC lighting systems, medium voltage equipment, AC and DC duct bank and cabling and motor controls.

Your Role:

• Work with the Traction Power Systems team and other disciplines on Transit Electrical Systems and Traction Power Equipment public and private clients

• Provide design packages that include plans, specifications, and cost estimates

• Review the work of others in the team

• 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

Here's what you'll need

• Substantial professional years of experience in the design, installation, and/or commissioning of electrical systems, traction power systems, unit substation systems and equipment.

• Working knowledge of electrical transmission and distribution, transportation pump room systems, Bus and Vehicle Maintenance Facilities and AC and DC power 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

Experience with some or all the following is a plus:

• Familiarity with NFPA 70 – The National Electric Code

• Massachusetts Master Electrician License

• Massachusetts Journeyman Electrician License

• New Hampshire Master Electrician License

• Maine Master Electrician License

• Massachusetts Class A Commercial Driver's License

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Posted Salary Range: Minimum

152,000.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

160,000.00

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, 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 $152,000.00 to $160,000.00. 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. Job posted on July 15, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

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.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .

Locations

City State Country
Boston	Massachusetts	United States