Entry Level Physical Security Engineer

If you’re interested in a long and rewarding career working with the industry’s best and most innovative engineers, then Jacobs is where you belong. We are looking for a curious and driven Entry Level Physical Security Engineer to work on security projects in the Pacific Northwest. As a Entry Level Physical Security Engineer, assigned to our Portland, Oregon office, you will work under the guidance of other security technology leads.

You will have the opportunity to assist in planning and producing security designs for buildings, facilities, and sites. You will support our security teams to produce security schematics and schedules; to develop security plan drawings; and to provide input in cross-discipline coordination efforts. In this role, it is not expected that you will have extensive experience in security technology. This role requires a willingness to learn, an ability to dedicate yourself to growth in a rapidly evolving technology field, and a commitment to join a strong team and help with a wide variety of tasks. Our experienced team will work with you to build your knowledge of video surveillance, card access systems, biometric controls and physical intrusion detection technologies.

This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain such authorization throughout their employment without employer sponsorship., * BS graduate of electrical engineering or computer science or related technical or scientific discipline.

• Proficiency in MS 365 suite of applications; Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Ability to multitask to meet demand of concurrent projects and deadlines.
• Self-motivation, team-oriented work practices, strong data analysis skills, technical problem-solving ability, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge or experience working with equipment or systems that have electrical requirements. Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future *

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• Understanding of physical security topics; video surveillance, card access, biometric systems, physical intrusion detection.
• Basic understanding of various tradeoffs between wireless, fiber optic and copper cabling communications technology.
• Proficiency in reading engineering plans and schematic drawings.
• Experience using Bluebeam editing tools and design collaboration software.

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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, Posted Salary Range: Minimum 66,500.00 Posted Salary Range: Upper 100,540.00

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 $66,500.00 to $100,540.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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.

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.