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Jacobs

Resident Engineer - Electrical

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An Electrical Engineer designs, develops, and tests products and systems that use or produce electricity, including power generators, electric motors, radar and navigation systems, and communication systems. Works on larger electrical systems rather than small electronic products or devices.

$128,079 / year median in California

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

At Jacobs, we are not just passionate about infrastructure and water/wastewater projects, we push the limits of what's possible to make the world smarter and more connected. We are providing supplemental engineering services, including project management and construction management, and commissioning oversight to support a large wastewater infrastructure capital improvement program in Orange County, California. As a Resident Engineer - Electrical, we need you to have ability to manage complex, technical engineering (wastewater/electrical/I&C) construction projects, lead construction project teams (Assistant REs, Inspectors, Schedulers, etc.); encourage a high degree of teamwork and cooperation with all departments; including stakeholders; lead project team in project decisions regarding technical approaches, cost control, schedule control, change management, risk management, and performance; and identify problems, analyze information and develop sound recommendations. You will act as the primary project interface for the Owner, working with the Owner's Project Manager, designer, contractor, operations and maintenance, and will lead project meetings with contractor and stakeholders; and effectively delivering results in a timely manner. You will develop a trusted relationship with the project team, contractor and with the client's staff. You will place an emphasis on safe construction practices (Beyond Zero) and on maintaining a high quality of construction. Lead by example and oversee safe practices on site. Bachelor of Science in Electrical and/or Instrumentation and Controls Engineering preferred 10+ years of experience as a Resident Engineer, Project Manager or Construction Manager in an Engineering, Environmental or Construction organization 10+ years of construction management experience in the construction of new and/or rehabilitation of wastewater facilities and pipeline projects. Strong working knowledge of pre-design and pre-construction, building systems/components and technology, contract management, project delivery methods, team building and client relationship Must have valid drivers license with good driving history
Ideally You Will Also Have:
Professional Engineer (PE) license or CCM West
PMCM LI-CS1
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.