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Water Resources Coordinator/EIT
HDR
Sacramento, CA · Walnut Creek, CA
…water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. We bring…
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Senior Construction Engineer/Construction Support
Department of Transportation
CA
- $11,437 to $14,315 USD / month
…delivered applications to be considered for this position, the Job Control number (JC-535114), PARF# 03-27-0367 and title of the position (Senior Transportation Engineer, CalTrans) must be…
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Senior Transportation Electrical Engineer/Construction Support
Department of Transportation
CA
- $11,437 to $14,315 USD / month
…delivered applications to be considered for this position, the Job Control number (JC-535125), PARF# 03-27-0366 and title of the position (Senior Transportation Electrical Engineer…
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Water Resources Coordinator/EIT
HDR
Sacramento, CA · Walnut Creek, CA
…water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. We bring…
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Quality Systems Engineer
x Varian Medical Systems, Inc.
United States
Varian Medical Systems, a Siemens Healthineers company, is seeking a Quality Systems Engineer to join our Quality organization in Palo Alto, California. In this role, you will support the…
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Water Resources Coordinator/EIT
HDR
Sacramento, CA · Walnut Creek, CA
…water supplies and protecting lives and property through flood control, your work will directly support public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience. We bring…
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Application & Support Engineer, Optical
PADT, Inc.
Tempe, AZ
The Optical Engineer provides technical expertise, primarily in Ansys optics simulation tools, to support PADT’s customers while also assisting PADT’s ANSYS sales team through strategic…
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Senior Quality Operations Engineer
Philips
Bedford, Massachusetts, United States, MA
The Senior Quality Operations Engineer is responsible for supporting a state of high-quality performance, compliance, and oversight/performance monitoring of Philips manufacturing…
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Cyber Security Systems Engineer / Contract to hire / Onsite / Carrollton, TX
Kelly Services
Carrolton, TX
Our client, a global radiation?safety and measurement company, is actively hiring a Cyber Security Systems Engineer to join their team in Carrollton, TX! This role will be fully onsite.
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Process Control Engineer
Smurfit Westrock
Evadale, TX
The Staff Engineer, Process Control, functions as an integral team member and leader in the Process Control Systems Support Group for Evadale Mill. Position reports to the Manager Process…
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Commissioning Manager - Power Plant (Multiple Locations) Job Details | Black & Veatch Family of Companies
Black & Veatch
Claude, TX
Manages the process of construction completion turnover to startup, startup turnover to operations, and final turnover to the client .
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Supplier Quality Engineer- Component Introduction - Autonomous Mobility
AUMOVIO
New Braunfels, TX
Plan, initiate, implement and control the appropriate supplier quality assurance measures along the complete process chain in the make/market phase for all supplied goods and services
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Electromechanical Technician
Aerotek
Redwood City, CA
- $45 to $55 USD / hour
…motivated and detail-oriented Electro-Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer/Technician to join our dynamic manufacturing team. This role involves bridging the gap between engineering design and…
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Mobile Engineer
CBRE
Mesquite, TX
As a CBRE Mobile Engineer, you will be responsible for facility building maintenance focusing on retail sites within the Mesquite area. You’ll be focused on several trades including HVAC,…
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Seasonal Retail Customer Service & Sales Support - Las Tiendas Shopping Center Rack
Nordstrom
McAllen, TX
- $15 to $15.6 USD / hour
Utilize inventory management systems to scan, process and research merchandise shipments in accordance with our inventory control processes
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Mgr, Distribution Control Center
Entergy
Beaumont, TX
…for network and regions. Reviews the call-out rosters and the process to notify networks about after-hours work. Is an SME for the Entergy Callout Software. Schedules additional personnel…
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Hardware Design Engineer Intern
Emerson
Round Rock, TX
…and field devices behind DeltaV , our flagship distributed process control system used by leading chemical, life sciences, and energy companies around the world. Working alongside…
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Graduate Software Engineering Intern
Emerson
Round Rock, TX
…tackles challenges that have never been done before? Emerson’s Process Systems and Solutions business develops automation software to streamline manufacturing processes. We are looking for…
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Mechanical Applications Engineer, Lead
Curtiss-Wright Corporation
Round Rock, TX
- $113,700 to $150,000 USD / year
…and gas, and more. We develop sensors and instrumentation and control solutions for harsh environments and mission critical applications when safety and reliability matter. We focus on our…
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Mobile Engineer
CBRE
Midland, TX · Odessa, TX
As a CBRE Mobile Engineer, you will be responsible for performing preventive maintenance and corrective repairs on buildings, industrial systems, vehicles, equipment, and grounds across…
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Seasonal Retail Sales or Stock - The Centre at Preston Ridge Rack
Nordstrom
Frisco, TX
- $16.2 to $16.85 USD / hour
Utilize inventory management systems to scan, process and research merchandise shipments in accordance with our inventory control processes
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L2/L3 Support Engineer - Surgery & Endoscopy - REMOTE
NTT America, Inc.
Frisco, TX
We are currently seeking a L2/L3 Support Engineer - Surgery & Endoscopy - REMOTE to join our team in Frisco, Texas (US-TX), United States (US).
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Manufacturing RF Product Engineer II
Honeywell Aerospace
Richardson, TX
In this role Manufacturing RF Product Engineer supports MMIC products across post-production and development phases, including wafer probe, packaging, and final RF test. This role focuses…
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Mechanical Project Engineer
Yearout Mechanical LLC
Amarillo, TX · Lubbock, TX · Wichita Falls, TX
As a Project Engineer, you’ll be the operational hub for complex mechanical (HVAC/Plumbing) projects - partnering with Project Managers and field teams to keep scope, schedule, cost,…
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Intern/Co-op - Refining Electrical Engineering (Spring 2027)
Marathon Petroleum Corporation
El Paso, TX
- $32.92 to $41.67 USD / hour
As an Electrical Engineer at a Marathon refinery, you can expect to become familiar with industry codes and best practices, build critical thinking skills, and gain an understanding of how…

Jacobs

Lead Substation Engineer - Protection and Controls

Dallas, TX, United States
Houston, TX, United States

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Experience: 10+ years of direct Substation design experience with utility or consulting organization
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 6, 2026

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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 Principal Substation 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 Principal Substation 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 development of Substation 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 Design 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, 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. You may also be called upon to act as an Owner’s consultant/ Owner’s Engineer (OC/OE).

As a Principal Substation Engineer within the group, you will mentor team members across North America and globally with Jacobs Global Integrated Delivery (GID). Your 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.

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 Lead Substation 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 Lead Substation 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 development of Substation 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.

As a Lead Substation Engineer within the group, you will mentor team members across North America and globally with Jacobs Global Integrated Delivery (GID). Your 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.

10+ years of direct Substation design experience with 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 development of substation 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 a owner’s representative is strongly preferred
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
Willingness to train, mentor junior staff and develop training modules, setup processes for the group
Strong communication and technical writing skills
Team player with great interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.

Jacobs 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.

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