Engineering Manager Transformer Jobs in Portland, OR

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.

This role will sit ON‑SITE at one of the following office locations: Seattle WA, Portland OR, Boise ID.

The energy industry is undergoing rapid and dramatic changes, transforming the utility landscape to enhance safety, reliability and sustainability. Jacobs is expanding its Transmission & Distribution (T&D) operations in North America and is looking for a Senior Substation Physical 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 Senior Substation Physical Engineer, you will work closely with regional and global 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 the development of Substation Physical 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, 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 the owner’s interests.

As a client‑interfacing senior, you will be responsible for understanding client standards, providing feedback on applications, and developing Substation Physical design deliverables fully and independently as required for the projects on‑time and within budget. You may also be called upon to act as an Owner’s consultant/Owner’s Engineer (OC/OE).

In this role you will mentor team members across North America and globally with Jacobs Global Integrated Delivery (GID) and will support the sales and proposal preparation process for new contracts, as well as the committed high‑quality delivery of those services to the client.

Involvement with professional societies such as 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—is a plus.

• Bachelor’s or Advanced Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power Engineering or related discipline (Completion of Master’s degree will account for 1 year of professional experience)
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) within the United States or ability to obtain additional PE licenses if needed
• Minimum 8 years of direct Substation Physical design experience with a utility or consulting organization
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of High Voltage substation components: Transformers, Circuit Breakers, Disconnect Switches, Circuit Switchers, Capacitor Banks, Station Service Transformers, Reactors, Rigid Bus, Gas Insulated Substation (GIS), Switchgear buildings, Control house, underground cable potheads, etc. is strongly preferred
• Prior experience in developing substation physical designs from conceptual through the development of IFC drawings including general arrangement plan and sections, conduit and trench plan and sections, Grounding plan and sections, Bill of Materials, Conduit Schedules, Construction details, etc.
• Familiarity with grounding system design and lighting and lightning protection designs for substation
• Ability to perform substation AC/DC Station Service calculations and studies, voltage drop calculations
• Prior experience in development and review of related equipment vendor specifications including control house/switchgear building, construction/commissioning specifications
• Demonstrated ability to perform QA/QC of design calculations, construction drawings, and specifications
• Familiarity and experience with CADD platforms such as Autodesk or Bentley products
• Prior experience as an owner’s representative is strongly preferred
• Ability to perform project scoping, prepare task orders, review the work of others, and perform owner’s compliance verifications
• Ability to conduct field visits and walk‑downs as required for client projects and provide engineering support during construction
• Strong communication and technical writing skills
• Team player with great interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills

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 $132,900.00 to $176,000.00. 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.