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HV Underground Transmission Engineer


Company : Jacobs


Location : Chicago, IL


Created : 2025-10-04


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

The energy industry, particularly transmission grids, is undergoing major changes to accommodate for regional and global demand growth, decarbonization and energy transition targets. Underground and subsea cable technology are, in particular, increasingly becoming a major player in this energy paradigm shift to enable large-scale and long-distance power transmission.As an HV Underground Transmission Engineer, you will work closely with regional and global transmission and cable experts within Jacobs to support and/or lead ongoing projects as well as business development and proposal support with a variety of clients including renewable developers, transmission owner/developers as well as utilities.The successful candidate shall demonstrate related experience and technical knowledge in the field of underground transmission, cable engineering design and installation, with emphasis on high voltage applications (69kV and above), through experience with consulting engineering firms, developers and/or direct exposure to OEMs. Knowledge of electrical design/studies, functional/technical specifications, and/or FAT/SAT commissioning related to cable systems is preferred.This position will be opened for at least 3 daysDuties for this position include but are not limited to: Develop HV/EHV cabling systems specifications, concept/detailed design and design review, estimation, site supervision and support as required. Provide technical support to the team on all aspects of HV cable system engineering and design. Prepare specifications power cable route specifications, and reports and progress reports. Confirm correct and accurate interface with other engineering functions involved in the projects, Attend and conduct internal and external meetings with colleagues, clients, and subcontractors. Support factory inspections Test (FAT). Perform technical calculations including cable size, rating calculations, electromechanical and thermomechanical forces and EMF calculations, heath induced voltage calculations. Perform design reviews, and verification of design. Confirm that the drawings and specification documents contain sufficient, accurate information for construction of the works. Formally request any missing information in sufficient time to allow the program to proceed without delay. Confirm that inspection and test plans are completed as required by the specifications, including a check of dimension accuracy and quality. 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. #epjobs #naepjobs u2022 Bacheloru2019s degree in Electrical, Civil, Mechanical or related engineering discipline, from a recognized institution. Masteru2019s degree is preferred.u2022 Minimum 8 years of direct experience with underground and/or subsea cable design and installation.u2022 Ability to work with cable design software such as CYMCAP.u2022 Knowledge of applicable industry standards such as IEC, IEEE and CIGRE.u2022 Experience working with major global cable OEMs.u2022 Ability and willingness to travel within North America.Ideally, Youu2019ll Also Have:u2022 Experience with HVDC and subsea cable technologiesu2022 Professional Engineer (PE or PEng) License or ability to obtain within 6 monthsu2022 Active/ongoing involvement in power cable related working groups and standards committees such as ICC or CIGRE#epjobs #naepjobs #Xcel#LI-TD1Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.