Sr Systems Engineer

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

As our infrastructure ages and the world population increases, Jacobs' worldwide staff of professionals use new technology and expertise to develop innovative solutions to address future transportation demand. Coupled with today's challenge to decarbonize our planet and fund projects, our people are engaged with a variety of creative projects to implement these innovative solutions.

We are looking for a collaborative Sr Systems Engineer to join our established New England Systems and Technology Group of systems engineers, designers and industry specialists with a wide variety of talent and experience. As our newest team member, you'll play a key role in the development of design plans, specifications and estimates for intelligent transportation systems, security systems, and communications systems along with other systems engineering work tasks. Joining our team, you'll have the chance to apply your experience to work on exciting and engaging large-scale infrastructure projects and utilize your systems expertise to create innovative solutions.

At Jacobs, we're transforming intangible ideas into innovative solutions designing the future today. As a Systems Professional, you will too. Our team of multi-disciplinary experts is seeking a motivated candidate who will utilize their design knowledge to dream big ideas on various and complex intelligent transportation systems, security systems, and communication system projects. We'd rely on your collaboration skills to coordinate interdisciplinary work as well as encourage to bring your fresh ideas to work every day.

You'll work with a knowledgeable and supportive team as you design these systems and assist in construction support and commissioning activities. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of any of the following: information display systems, security systems and components, public address systems, communication systems and networks, variable message signs, roadway lane use signs, traffic cameras, traffic data sensors, roadway weather information sensors, Operational Technology networks including Programmable Logic Controllers, servers/workstations, local/wide area networks.

Your role:

Work with systems team and other disciplines on ITS, security and communications systems for public and private clients

Provide design packages that include plans, specifications, and cost estimates

Provide calculations to support designs

Support the implementation of these systems by providing field inspections, reviewing submittals, and responding to requests for information

Support the commissioning and testing of these systems

Research technologies to provide solutions to clients

Attend team and client meetings

Attend client site visits throughout New England and nationally

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.

Here's what you'll need:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Civil engineering or related field from an accredited program, university, or college. A Master's degree is a plus.

Substantial professional years of experience in the design and commissioning of intelligent transportation systems, security systems and/or communication networks

Project management a plus

Working knowledge of intelligent transportation systems, security systems, and/or communication networks

Strong problem-solving skills

Capable of working in a team environment, including giving and receiving critical feedback

Strong and effective verbal and written communications skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Self-motivated, responsible, and accountable

Ability to communicate effectively with clients and owners, and able to respond in a timely manner to their requests and needs.

Valid driver's license and ability to transport self to sites on short notice

Local to greater Boston MA, or willing to relocate to the area

Experience with some or all the following:

Traffic control devices such as electronic variable message boards, wrong way driver detection

Surveillance technology and video management platforms

Electronic access control hardware

Communications networks including wi-fi, cellular, 5G, and fiber optics

Emerging technologies such as solar, electric vehicle charging, or autonomous vehicle planning

AutoCAD, Revit, and/or MicroStation

Jacobs' 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, one floating holiday, 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 $120,000.00 to $160,000.00. 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.

Locations

City: Boston

State: Massachusetts

Country: United States