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Jacobs is seeking a Jr. Overhead Contact System (OCS) Engineer in Training to work with our OCS team. This role will involve the preparation of Catenary layout plans and wire profiles, Catenary support structures, including cantilevers, portals, head spans, OCS hardware and grounding and Bonding.  This position could be located in Philadelphia, PA, New York City, Irvine, CA or Seattle, WA.  Travel may be required for this position.

When you join us, you will have the opportunity to work independently and in a team environment on modifications to existing catenary systems as well as new systems. You’ll interact with engineers from other firms as well as transit and rail authorities and heavy rail entities on OCS designs and interfaces with other related disciplines.

As a Jr. OCS Engineer you will develop initial design concepts and labor estimates for proposals as well as create and provide presentations of OCS and associated systems designs to customers.

At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

Here’s what you’ll need:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Structural Engineering 
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in the design of catenary systems
• Passed the FE exam
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of applications
• Previous experience with MicroStation/AutoCAD 

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. With $15 billion in revenue and a talent force of more than 60,000, Jacobs provides a full spectrum of professional services including consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery for the government and private sector.