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I&C Engineer (44808)
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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.
$98,843 / year median in Virginia
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Industry Advanced Manufacturing 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 At Jacobs, we don't settle - always looking beyond to raise the bar and deliver with excellence. We apply our expertise and knowledge as we look into the future with great optimism and focus. We don't settle until we give our best and know that we're making a difference. We're looking for an Instrumentation and Controls Engineer in Boise Idaho who is excited about working on projects that enable the heart of our clients' business . Join us and you'll have the chance to work on projects including state-of-the-art industrial and commercial facilities. You will be accountable for schedule and technical quality of challenging engineering tasks, as you gain familiarity with the client's expectations, scope, budget, and schedule. You'll also provide on-site assistance during startup, coordinate work activities with other staff members and the discipline lead. Your multi-discipline, highly interactive team will produce designs for electrical circuits and panels utilizing control applications, designs for control systems for a variety of processes, and develop options and optimizations for all aspects of the process control, instrumentation, and automation. Your role keeps our company connected and we'll support you with what you need to be successful. Bring your curiosity, talent for multi-tasking and collaboration, and extreme organizational skills and we'll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what drives you - so we can make big impacts on the world, together. Here's what you'll need Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering At least 4 years of experience working with Instrumentation and Control Working knowledge of PLC, DCS, and other controls applications Experience developing P&IDs Experience sizing valves and specifying instrumentation in industrial facilities Ability to work onsite in Boise, Idaho Ideally, you'll also have: Field experience with control system installation and startup Siemens PLC experience Engineer in Training (EIT) Understanding of industrial network design and components. Knowledge of industrial control panel design. Strong communication skills both verbal and written Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Forward thinking, eager to learn best practices, and contribute with innovative ideas Displayed ability to learn quickly and driven to broaden knowledge base Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a variety of teams, including multi-disciplinary teams Passion for buildings and construction #LI-TD1 #afelectronics