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Instrumentation and Controls Engineer
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What they do
An Electrical Controls Engineer designs, develops, and supervises all aspects of electrical control systems, equipment, and machinery. May be responsible for the installation and technical support of PLC based hardware and software.
$101,122 / year median in Pennsylvania
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Industry 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 You'll get to work with a company that has been ranked #1 globally by Engineering News-Record (ENR) in water/wastewater treatment and conveyance for decades. In 2026, ENR ranked Jacobs #1 again in its list of Top 500 Engineering Design Firms. You'll get to work with our world-class Instrumentation and Control Systems team, dedicated to protecting the most valuable asset in the world, water. You'll get to work on projects in every aspect, from design through onsite startup work, with opportunities for travel that will allow you to engage with projects across various locations. You will enjoy having the deepest technical resources in the industry to support you, access to international work, and Design-Build projects. Using your experience, you'll lead the development of Process & Instrumentation Drawings (P&IDs), control narratives, specifications, network drawings, panel drawings, and instrument selection. You'll coordinate with other engineering disciplines for a cohesive design. You'll contribute to the development and growth of people (e.g., mentoring junior engineers) both domestically and globally. You'll be able to develop control system software in Programmable Logic Controllers and Human Machine Interfaces, and perform facility startups and commissioning activities. You will have the opportunity to review construction submittals, conduct site evaluations, make recommendations for control system upgrades, and communicate effectively with clients and management, enhancing your professional network and experience as you travel. Here's what you'll need I&C Systems Integration design experience Process & Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID) development I/O list development Instrumentation selection Control panel layout and wiring Detailed loop wiring diagrams PLC equipment list development Ability to mentor, train, and delegate work to others domestically and abroad Ability to work outside normal work hours at times to coordinate with global team members Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite Ideally, you'll also have 10+ years' of experience Water infrastructure Instrumentation & Controls Systems design experience Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) Experience with PLCs and HMI programming software Experience with MCC and VFD control requirements Proficiency in Instrumentation and Controls Familiarity with onsite startup operations #LI-DL1