Jacobs
Telecom Engineer (Subject Matter Expert (SME)) (Data Center market)
Jacobs, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
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Telecom Engineer (Subject Matter Expert (SME)) (Data Center market)
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Jacobs
3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
This range is provided by Jacobs. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $123,600.00/yr - $162,300.00/yr
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 This job opportunity is available at ANY location in the United States. Ideally, selected candidates will be near a JACOBS U.S. based office, but we intend to hire the "best" candidates.
Jacobs is seeking a seasoned
Telecom Engineer Subject Matter Expert
(SME) to lead technical excellence across our global data center portfolio. This role blends deep telecom infrastructure expertise with strategic foresight, serving as both an internal authority and external representative of Jacobs’ mission‑critical communications capabilities. The SME will drive innovation in network architecture, mentor emerging talent, and shape the future of resilient, high‑performance data center connectivity.
Key Responsibilities
Provide internal leadership across telecom/network disciplines, setting direction and elevating standards.
Lead design, review, and optimization of structured cabling, fiber optics, and network infrastructure for hyperscale and enterprise data centers.
Champion innovation in high‑speed connectivity, low‑latency architecture, and fault‑tolerant systems.
Develop and maintain Jacobs’ telecom standards, specifications, and best practices.
Strategic Impact & Business Development
Act as the external face of Jacobs’ telecom expertise in client engagements, industry forums, and strategic pursuits.
Collaborate with sales teams to secure complex, high‑value data center projects.
Participate in client workshops, proposal development, and strategic planning to shape winning solutions.
Support business strategy through thought leadership, technical differentiation, and delivery excellence.
Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing
Mentor and coach engineers and designers within the telecom discipline.
Publish technical papers and contribute to Jacobs’ internal knowledge base.
Present at industry conferences and represent Jacobs in professional associations.
Execution & Multi‑Tasking
Balance strategic initiatives with hands‑on project execution, managing multiple priorities in parallel.
Support commissioning, troubleshooting, and lifecycle performance of telecom systems.
Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement efforts across global sites.
What you’ll need
Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).
20+ years of experience in telecom engineering, with 15+ years in mission‑critical/data center environments.
Proven expertise in structured cabling systems, fiber optics, DWDM, SD‑WAN, and network resiliency.
Strong familiarity with ANSI/TIA standards, BICSI guidelines, and global telecom regulations.
Experience with network design tools such as REVIT, cable management systems, and telecom commissioning protocols.
RCDD certification or equivalent is a plus.
Exceptional communication, leadership, and multi‑tasking skills.
Preferred Experience
Experience with hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data center clients.
Involvement in sustainability and energy‑efficient telecom design.
Vendor management and contract negotiation experience.
Hands‑on commissioning and retro‑commissioning expertise.
Work Environment
Primarily office‑based with occasional travel to data center sites and client locations.
Travel up to 25% based on project and business needs.
On‑call availability for critical incident support.
Benefits Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. 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. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
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.
Seniority level Not Applicable
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Civil Engineering, Design Services, and IT Services and IT Consulting
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Telecom Engineer (Subject Matter Expert (SME)) (Data Center market)
role at
Jacobs
3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
This range is provided by Jacobs. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $123,600.00/yr - $162,300.00/yr
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 This job opportunity is available at ANY location in the United States. Ideally, selected candidates will be near a JACOBS U.S. based office, but we intend to hire the "best" candidates.
Jacobs is seeking a seasoned
Telecom Engineer Subject Matter Expert
(SME) to lead technical excellence across our global data center portfolio. This role blends deep telecom infrastructure expertise with strategic foresight, serving as both an internal authority and external representative of Jacobs’ mission‑critical communications capabilities. The SME will drive innovation in network architecture, mentor emerging talent, and shape the future of resilient, high‑performance data center connectivity.
Key Responsibilities
Provide internal leadership across telecom/network disciplines, setting direction and elevating standards.
Lead design, review, and optimization of structured cabling, fiber optics, and network infrastructure for hyperscale and enterprise data centers.
Champion innovation in high‑speed connectivity, low‑latency architecture, and fault‑tolerant systems.
Develop and maintain Jacobs’ telecom standards, specifications, and best practices.
Strategic Impact & Business Development
Act as the external face of Jacobs’ telecom expertise in client engagements, industry forums, and strategic pursuits.
Collaborate with sales teams to secure complex, high‑value data center projects.
Participate in client workshops, proposal development, and strategic planning to shape winning solutions.
Support business strategy through thought leadership, technical differentiation, and delivery excellence.
Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing
Mentor and coach engineers and designers within the telecom discipline.
Publish technical papers and contribute to Jacobs’ internal knowledge base.
Present at industry conferences and represent Jacobs in professional associations.
Execution & Multi‑Tasking
Balance strategic initiatives with hands‑on project execution, managing multiple priorities in parallel.
Support commissioning, troubleshooting, and lifecycle performance of telecom systems.
Lead root cause analysis and continuous improvement efforts across global sites.
What you’ll need
Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).
20+ years of experience in telecom engineering, with 15+ years in mission‑critical/data center environments.
Proven expertise in structured cabling systems, fiber optics, DWDM, SD‑WAN, and network resiliency.
Strong familiarity with ANSI/TIA standards, BICSI guidelines, and global telecom regulations.
Experience with network design tools such as REVIT, cable management systems, and telecom commissioning protocols.
RCDD certification or equivalent is a plus.
Exceptional communication, leadership, and multi‑tasking skills.
Preferred Experience
Experience with hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data center clients.
Involvement in sustainability and energy‑efficient telecom design.
Vendor management and contract negotiation experience.
Hands‑on commissioning and retro‑commissioning expertise.
Work Environment
Primarily office‑based with occasional travel to data center sites and client locations.
Travel up to 25% based on project and business needs.
On‑call availability for critical incident support.
Benefits Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. 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. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
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.
Seniority level Not Applicable
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Civil Engineering, Design Services, and IT Services and IT Consulting
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