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At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow – delivering outcomes and solutions for the world's most complex challenges. With a team of approximately 45,000, we provide end-to-end services in advanced manufacturing, cities & places, energy, environmental, life sciences, transportation and water. From advisory and consulting, feasibility, planning, design, program and lifecycle management, we're creating a more connected and sustainable world.

Location
 Bur Dubai, All AE Regions, United Arab Emirates
 
Capabilities
 Electrical
 
Office Setup
 Hybrid, Office/Onsite
 
Job ID
 #41433
 Market
 Water
 
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
 
Our Infrastructure division in United Arab Emirates, is seeking a Graduate Engineer Dry Utilities fresh graduate up to 3years experience. This role is ideal for Engineer eager to embrace the complete design process, expand their skills beyond their discipline, and contribute to designs that surpass client expectations.
 
You will be responsible for: 
Undertaking designs, modeling, calculations, reports, drawings, specifications, investigations, and bills of quantities for Dry Services associated infrastructure including power and street lighting.
 
Your role involves performing electrical design calculations such as power demand estimation, voltage drop calculations, lighting illumination level calculation using dialux software, design the power networks for medium voltage (11& 22kV) and low voltage.
 
You'll prepare the design of dry utilities networks for various design stages from concept to modeling of the electrical studies such as load flow, short circuit and relay coordination using ETAP software will be considered as advantage.
 
Your approach should be flexible, accommodating both local and regional project involvement.
 
You'll be expected to demonstrate a willingness to learn and contribute beyond the traditional constraints of electrical engineering.
 
Here's what you'll need
 
Qualifications: 
As a seasoned professional you will have a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, with a master's degree being advantageous.
 
Competent experience in infrastructure dry utilities networks is essential, along with excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
 
UAE nationality encouraged to apply for this position.
 
From our inclusive employee networks to our positive mental health champions – we’re committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you. Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally - and together, our diverse perspectives and unique backgrounds power our collective strength. We collaborate and share! By supporting one another, we all succeed.
 
With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits and opportunities to do good too – from participating in our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place.
 
No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.
 
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.
 
Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.
 
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 .

Graduate Electrical Engineer - Dry Utilities

Location
 Riyadh, All SA Regions, Saudi Arabia
 
Capabilities
 Electrical
 
Office Setup
 Hybrid
 
Job ID
 #41580
 Market
 Energy
 
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
 
At Jacobs, our Power Solutions team is geared towards providing a more integrated approach offering end-to-end service to support our clients in energy networks, thermal generation, renewable generation, and storage solutions space. We are helping our clients meet the challenges faced in countries and cities across the globe, providing innovative solutions from replacing conventional thermal power plants with renewable energy to developing demand side management strategies.
 
We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Engineer to join our dynamic team. This pivotal role will be responsible for the detailed design and analysis of high-voltage overhead transmission lines (HVAC/HVDC) for critical infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of industry best practices, relevant software proficiency, and a strong commitment to safety and quality.
 
Responsibilities: 
Lead and execute the detailed design and analysis of overhead transmission lines (HVAC/HVDC), encompassing route selection, tower spotting, conductor selection, and insulation coordination.
 Utilize industry-standard software such as PLS-CADD (Power Line Systems) for transmission line design and CYMCAP for cable modeling.
 Employ related analysis tools, including AutoCAD and GIS, for design and visualization purposes.
 Apply a comprehensive understanding of relevant international standards (IEC, IEEE) and local regulations (e.g., Saudi Arabian standards) to all design activities.
 Demonstrate familiarity with construction methodologies, installation techniques, and quality control procedures for both overhead and underground systems.
 Conduct complex technical calculations and provide robust solutions to engineering challenges related to transmission line and cable system design and performance.
 Identify potential technical risks during the design and construction phases and develop effective mitigation strategies.
 Prepare clear, concise, and professional technical reports, specifications, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
 Effectively coordinate and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including other engineering disciplines, surveyors, environmental specialists, and construction teams.
 Conduct site investigations and collect essential data for design purposes, including the interpretation of geotechnical and survey reports.
 Maintain a strong commitment to safety principles and ensure adherence to safety practices throughout the design process.
 
Here's what you'll need
 
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
 Proven experience in the detailed design and analysis of high-voltage overhead transmission lines
 Demonstrable expertise in using industry-standard software for transmission line design (e.g., PLS-CADD, Power Line Systems) and cable modeling (e.g., CYMCAP).
 Proficiency in related analysis tools such as AutoCAD and GIS.
 In-depth knowledge of relevant international (IEC, IEEE) and local (e.g., Saudi Arabian standards) codes, standards, and regulations.
 Familiarity with construction and installation practices for both overhead
 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to perform complex technical calculations.
 Proven experience in risk assessment and mitigation within the context of design and construction.
 Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
 Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team environment and coordinate with diverse stakeholders.
 Experience conducting site investigations and interpreting relevant data.
 A strong commitment to safety in all aspects of design and engineering.
 
Jacobs. A world where you can.
 
From our inclusive employee networks, to our positive mental health champions – we’re committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you. Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally - and together, our diverse perspectives and unique backgrounds power our collective strength. We collaborate and share! By supporting one another, we all succeed.
 
With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximise your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits and opportunities to do good too – from participating in our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.
 
Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow.
 
Please note: If you are being represented by a recruitment agency you will not be considered, to be considered you will need to apply directly to Jacobs.
 
From our inclusive employee networks to our positive mental health champions – we’re committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you. Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally - and together, our diverse perspectives and unique backgrounds power our collective strength. We collaborate and share! By supporting one another, we all succeed.
 
With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits and opportunities to do good too – from participating in our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place.
 
No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.
 
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 .

Senior Engineer - Overhead Transmission Lines

Location
 Dallas, Texas, United States
 
Capabilities
 Digital and Data
 
Office Setup
 Hybrid
 
Job ID
 #41551
 Market
 Water
 
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
 
The Product Owner will lead the definition, prioritization, and delivery of Jacobs’ next-generation AI-enabled platform for water and wastewater infrastructure design, construction, commissioning, and operations.
 
This platform is being developed as a unified decision platform and live system of record that connects project and plant data, engineering models, cost information, design workflows, and operational intelligence across the asset lifecycle. The Product Owner will be responsible for translating business strategy, user needs, engineering workflows, and technical capabilities into a clear product roadmap and executable backlog.
 
This role requires a leader who can bridge water-sector domain expertise, digital product development, AI-enabled delivery, data management, and stakeholder alignment. The Product Owner will work closely with engineering SMEs, software development teams, data and AI teams, business leadership, delivery teams, and end users to ensure the platform delivers measurable value to Jacobs and its clients.
 
Purpose of the Role
 
The Product Owner will ensure the platform evolves from a collection of powerful but fragmented tools into a scalable, adopted, AI-enabled platform that helps engineers make better decisions faster.
 
The role exists to: 
<ul>
<li>Define and own the product vision, roadmap, and priorities.</li>
<li>Translate water infrastructure delivery workflows into clear product requirements.</li>
<li>Prioritize features that reduce engineering effort, improve design quality, reduce rework, and increase margin.</li>
<li>Drive adoption across Design-Build, design, construction/startup, and operations use cases.</li>
<li>Ensure the platform supports Jacobs’ strategic goals around augmented delivery, collaborative data models, AI enablement, and long-term client digital relationships.</li>
</ul>
Key Responsibilities
 
Product Strategy and Vision
 
<ul>
<li>Own and maintain the product vision, roadmap, and release priorities.</li>
<li>Translate business objectives into a practical product strategy for MVP, adoption, and future platform expansion.</li>
<li>Align product decisions with Jacobs’ goals for AI-enabled design, design-build margin improvement, scalable delivery, and client-facing digital value.</li>
<li>Ensure the product roadmap reflects both near-term delivery needs and long-term platform scalability.</li>
</ul>
Backlog Ownership and Delivery
 
<ul>
<li>Own, manage, and prioritize the product backlog.</li>
<li>Write clear epics, features, user stories, acceptance criteria, and success measures.</li>
<li>Prioritize work based on business value, user impact, delivery feasibility, risk reduction, and strategic alignment.</li>
<li>Work with delivery leads, developers, designers, data teams, and architects to support sprint planning and execution.</li>
<li>Make timely product decisions to keep delivery teams unblocked.</li>
<li>Accept or reject completed work based on defined acceptance criteria and user value.</li>
</ul>
User and Workflow Understanding
 
<ul>
<li>Work directly with SMEs to understand how the platform should support real engineering workflows.</li>
<li>Capture and prioritize user needs across feasibility, planning, preliminary design, detailed design, construction, commissioning, and operations.</li>
<li>Lead user feedback sessions, demos, UAT planning, and adoption reviews.</li>
<li>Translate complex engineering workflows into intuitive platform capabilities.</li>
</ul>
AI and Data Enablement
 
<ul>
<li>Partner with AI, data science, and data architecture teams to prioritize AI-enabled capabilities that make project and plant data more usable.</li>
<li>Ensure AI is positioned as an accelerator for engineers, not a replacement for engineering judgment.</li>
<li>Help define data quality, data governance, and standard data model requirements needed to support reliable engineering decisions.</li>
<li>Prioritize features that improve data continuity from project to project and asset to asset.</li>
</ul>
Stakeholder Alignment
 
<ul>
<li>Facilitate tradeoff decisions between scope, schedule, technical complexity, and business value.</li>
<li>Communicate roadmap progress, product decisions, risks, and dependencies to stakeholders.</li>
<li>Ensure Product, Technical, SME, AI, and Delivery teams are aligned around a shared definition of success.</li>
<li>Support executive updates, business plan inputs, adoption planning, and go-to-market discussions.</li>
</ul>
Adoption and Business Value
 
<ul>
<li>Define and track success metrics for adoption and value realization.</li>
<li>Partner with business leaders to support internal adoption campaigns and future client-facing SaaS or digital service models.</li>
</ul>
Here's what you'll need
 
<ul>
<li>Experience as a Product Owner, Product Manager, Digital Delivery Lead, Engineering Delivery Lead, or similar role.</li>
<li>Ability to translate engineering workflows into clear digital product requirements.</li>
<li>Experience working with cross-functional teams including engineers, software developers, data teams, designers, business stakeholders, and executive sponsors.</li>
<li>Strong backlog management, prioritization, and stakeholder communication skills.</li>
<li>Ability to make product decisions in ambiguous, fast-moving environments.</li>
<li>Familiarity with agile delivery methods, sprint planning, user stories, acceptance criteria, and UAT.</li>
<li>Strong business judgment and ability to connect product features to measurable value.</li>
</ul>
Preferred Qualifications
 
<ul>
<li>Experience supporting enterprise software adoption or product commercialization.</li>
<li>Familiarity with SaaS, platform strategy, or client-facing digital products.</li>
</ul>
Posted Salary Range: Minimum
 165,000.00
 
Posted Salary Range: Upper
 180,000.00
 
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 $165,000.00 to $180,000.00. 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 June 22, 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 .

Product Owner - Treatment Intelligence

Location
 Bur Dubai, All AE Regions, United Arab Emirates
 
Capabilities
 Mechanical
 
Office Setup
 Hybrid
 
Job ID
 #41427
 Market
 Cities & Places
 
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
 
Jacobs is seeking an experienced Principal Mechanical Engineer – Design with a strong background in data center projects to be based in Dubai. In this role, you will play a key role in shaping the next generation of data centers across the region. You will also lead the delivery of high‑performance, resilient, and energy‑efficient mechanical systems for data center projects across the region. In addition, you will collaborate with global experts, mentor future talent, and help shape the next generation of digital infrastructure.
 
What You’ll Do: 
Lead the mechanical design for data center projects across concept, schematic, and detailed design stages with regional and international teams.
 Develop and review mechanical systems including HVAC, chilled water systems, CRAC/CRAH units, DX systems, ventilation, and thermal management strategies.
 Ensure designs meet Uptime Institute, ASHRAE, TIA, LEED and local authority requirements, as well as Jacobs’ internal quality and sustainability standards.
 Lead multidisciplinary coordination with electrical, structural, architecture, fire protection, and ICT teams to deliver integrated design solutions.
 Represent Jacobs in client meetings, design reviews, and technical workshops, providing clear technical leadership and direction.
 Mentor and guide mechanical engineers, supporting capability development and knowledge sharing across the team.
 Support tender evaluations, technical reports, and design‑build contractor submissions.
 Drive innovation, digital delivery, and continuous improvement within the mechanical discipline.
 
Here's what you'll need
 
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
 12+ years of mechanical design experience, including significant experience in data center projects.
 Strong understanding of data center cooling systems, redundancy strategies, energy efficiency, and mission‑critical design principles.
 Experience delivering projects in the KSA, UAE or wider GCC region.
 Proficiency in design tools such as HAP, TRACE, Revit, AutoCAD, and digital engineering workflows.
 Strong knowledge of international standards (ASHRAE, NFPA, IEC, ISO).
 Demonstrated leadership experience managing design teams or major project packages.
 Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and problem‑solving skills.
 Experience with hyperscale or colocation data center clients.
 Familiarity with BIM workflows and global delivery models.
 Experience in sustainability‑driven design, energy modeling, or low‑carbon cooling strategies.
 
From our inclusive employee networks to our positive mental health champions – we’re committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you. Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally - and together, our diverse perspectives and unique backgrounds power our collective strength. We collaborate and share! By supporting one another, we all succeed.
 
With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits and opportunities to do good too – from participating in our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place.
 
No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.
 
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 .

Principal Mechanical Engineer - Data Center

Location
 Bur Dubai, All AE Regions, United Arab Emirates
 
Capabilities
 Mechanical
 
Office Setup
 Hybrid
 
Job ID
 #41425
 Market
 Cities & Places
 
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
 
Jacobs is seeking an experienced Principal ICT Engineer – Design with a strong background in data center projects to be based in KSA or Dubai. You will lead the development of advanced ICT design for data center incorporating the latest technology advancement in the market. network, and low‑voltage systems for data center projects across the region and globally. You will also collaborate with global specialists, for design and deliver of a high‑performance data center infrastructure.
 
What You’ll Do: 
Lead the ICT and low‑voltage design for data center projects across concept, schematic, and detailed design stages.
 Develop and review systems including structured cabling, network infrastructure, data center networking, security systems, BMS, AV, and ICT room layouts.
 Ensure designs comply with Uptime Institute, TIA, BICSI, ASHRAE, and local authority requirements, as well as Jacobs’ internal quality and sustainability frameworks.
 Coordinate closely with mechanical, electrical, architecture, fire protection, and ICT security teams to deliver integrated design solutions.
 Lead technical workshops, design reviews, and client presentations, representing Jacobs with authority and professionalism.
 Provide mentorship and technical leadership to ICT engineers, supporting capability development and knowledge sharing.
 Support tender evaluations and technical reports.
 Drive innovation, digital delivery, and continuous improvement within the ICT discipline.
 
Here's what you'll need
 
Bachelor’s/ Masters degree in ICT Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
 10+ years of ICT/low‑voltage design experience, including significant experience in data center projects.
 Strong understanding of data center ICT systems, network topologies, redundancy strategies, and mission‑critical design principles.
 Experience delivering projects in the KSA UAE or wider GCC region.
 Proficiency in design tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, Visio, and ICT modeling workflows.
 Strong knowledge of international standards (TIA, BICSI, ISO/IEC, NFPA).
 Demonstrated leadership experience managing design teams or major project packages.
 Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and problem‑solving skills.
 
Extensive experience supporting hyperscale and colocation data center environments, with exposure to high-density, Tier III/IV infrastructure.
 Industry-recognized data center design certifications, including CDCS/CDCE, Uptime Institute ATD, and BICSI RCDD, demonstrating expertise in critical facilities design, redundancy, and standards compliance.
 Solid understanding of cloud-integrated data center architectures, supported by certifications in AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud, enabling alignment with modern hybrid and hyperscale deployments.
 
From our inclusive employee networks to our positive mental health champions – we’re committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you. Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally - and together, our diverse perspectives and unique backgrounds power our collective strength. We collaborate and share! By supporting one another, we all succeed.
 
With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits and opportunities to do good too – from participating in our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place.
 
No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.
 
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 .

Principal ICT Engineer - Data Center

Location
 Bur Dubai, All AE Regions, United Arab Emirates
 
Capabilities
 Electrical
 
Office Setup
 Hybrid
 
Job ID
 #41424
 Market
 Cities & Places
 
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
 
Jacobs is seeking an experienced Principal Electrical Engineer – Design with a strong background in data center projects to be based in Dubai. In this role, you will play a key role in shaping the next generation of data centers across the region. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in electrical systems design, leadership capability, and a proven track record delivering complex, mission‑critical facilities. You will also lead electrical design packages, coordinate multidisciplinary interfaces, and ensure compliance with global and regional standards. You will work as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team delivering high‑performance, resilient, and sustainable data center solutions for our clients.
 
What You’ll Do: 
Lead the electrical design for data center projects from concept through detailed design, with regional and international teams to delivery energy efficient solutions to the Client.
 Develop and review electrical systems including MV/LV distribution, UPS systems, generators, earthing, lighting, and critical power infrastructure.
 Ensure compliance with local authority regulations, LEED, Uptime Institute and Jacobs’ internal governance frameworks.
 Coordinate closely with mechanical, ICT, structural, fire protection, architecture, and project management teams to deliver integrated design solutions.
 Lead design reviews, technical workshops, and client presentations, representing Jacobs with professionalism and technical authority.
 Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior and mid‑level engineers, fostering a culture of learning and innovation.
 Support tender evaluations, technical reports, and design‑build contractor submissions.
 Drive continuous improvement, digital delivery, and best‑practice adoption across the electrical discipline.
 
Here's what you'll need
 
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
 10+ years of electrical design experience, in data center projects in the ME region.
 Strong understanding of data center electrical systems, redundancy topologies (N, N+1, 2N), and mission‑critical design principles.
 Experience delivering projects in the KSA, UAE or wider GCC region.
 Proficiency in ETAP, Dialux, AutoCAD, Revit, and digital design workflows.
 Strong knowledge of IEC, NFPA, IEEE, and other relevant international standards.
 Demonstrated leadership experience managing design packages or engineering teams.
 Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and problem‑solving skills.
 
Experience with hyperscale or colocation data center clients.
 Familiarity with BIM workflows and digital delivery platforms.
 Experience working in multidisciplinary global delivery models.
 
From our inclusive employee networks to our positive mental health champions – we’re committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you. Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally - and together, our diverse perspectives and unique backgrounds power our collective strength. We collaborate and share! By supporting one another, we all succeed.
 
With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits and opportunities to do good too – from participating in our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place.
 
No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.
 
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 .

Principal Electrical Engineer - Data Center

Location
 Bristol, Bristol City, United Kingdom
 
Capabilities
 Digital and Data
 
Office Setup
 Hybrid
 
Job ID
 #41256
 Market
 National Security & Defense
 
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
 
Are you ready to shape the future of secure connectivity? At Jacobs, we are seeking a Senior Network Security Engineer to deliver high-assurance, security-critical solutions within regulated and sovereign UK contexts.
 
This is your opportunity to work on impactful programmes that blend traditional networking with modern secure access and hybrid cloud connectivity. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to solve unique connectivity challenges in restricted and isolated environments, enabling secure, resilient operations across public and private infrastructures.
 
What you’ll do: 
Design and deliver secure network architectures for controlled environments.
 
Engineer secure browsing and remote access solutions.
 
Define and implement firewall policies, DNS design, and traffic control.
 
Apply Zero Trust principles to network access and service exposure.
 
Support secure data flows and one-way transfer mechanisms.
 
Collaborate with DevOps and platform teams to integrate networking and security controls.
 
Act as a technical authority on secure connectivity and network risk.
 
Here's what you'll need
 
Core requirements: 
Proven experience in network security engineering within high-assurance or regulated environments.
 
Strong understanding of network architecture, segmentation, firewall policies, and traffic inspection.
 
Experience with Zero Trust networking and designing for restricted or air-gapped environments.
 
Security-first mindset with knowledge of operational risk and compliance constraints.
 
Desirable experience: 
Hybrid connectivity spanning on-premise and cloud services.
 
Virtual networking and hypervisor-level security controls.
 
Familiarity with remote browser isolation technologies.
 
Experience in environments requiring formal security accreditation.
 
At Jacobs, we deliver solutions that matter. You’ll be trusted to make technical decisions, encouraged to challenge respectfully, and supported to deliver pragmatic, high-quality solutions. If you’re ready to shape the future of secure connectivity and network security, we’d love to hear from you.
 
Other important info: 
This role is subject to UK Security Vetting at DV (developed vetting) level. Applicants must be eligible and willing to undergo the appropriate security clearance process if not already cleared. If you’re successful in your application, we’ll ask you to undergo the relevant vetting process to achieve DV clearance. You can find out more about vetting here . Any offer of employment will be conditional upon satisfactory completion of the relevant clearance process.
 
This is a full time, permanent, hybrid (2-3 days/week) role based in Bristol, with occasional business travel across the UK.
 
Full‑time employment at Jacobs is based on a 40‑hour working week. We place a strong emphasis on work‑life balance and flexibility, and flexi-time is available.
 
We offer an excellent and wide range of employee benefits including comprehensive Health Cover, Life Assurance, Income Protection, holiday buy/sell scheme, and a variety of wellbeing, family, parental and fertility support offerings, along with an enhanced contribution pension scheme.
 
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More company details and info below: 
Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business, and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.
 
With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture, and achieve your goals – all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs .
 
We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of different perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about our Jacobs Employee Networks here .
 
Jacobs partners with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain talent from a wide range of backgrounds. For greater online accessibility please visit https://www.vercida.com/uk/employers/jacobs to view and access our roles.
 
As a disability confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.
 
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.
 
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Senior Network Security Engineer

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