Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

We share a common purpose - to make the world more connected and sustainable. And weu2019re excited about the innovative ways we can change the world. If you are also interested in turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good, then Jacobs is where you belong. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Instrumentation & Control Systems (I&CS) Design Engineer.As part of our California team, youu2019ll have the chance to work on projects that bring innovative solutions to our municipal clientsu2019 water challenges locally and worldwide. Youu2019ll 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 2022, ENR ranked Jacobs #1 again in its list of Top 500 Engineering Design Firms in the world for a fifth consecutive year. Youu2019ll get to work with our world-class Instrumentation and Control Systems team dedicated to protecting the most valuable asset in the world, water. Youu2019ll get to work on projects on every aspect from design through onsite startup work. 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. Youu2019ll coordinate with other engineering disciplines for a cohesive design. Youu2019ll also contribute to the development and growth of people (e.g. mentoring junior engineers) both domestically and globally. Youu2019ll be able to develop control system software in Programmable Logic Controllers and Human Machine Interfaces and perform facility startups and commissioning activities. As well, you will be able to review constructions submittals, conduct site evaluations, make recommendations for control system upgrades, and communicate with clients and management. Bacheloru2019s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited university or college Ability to obtain a PE within one year Minimum of 15 years of experience: 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 Knowledge of DCS systems Understanding of IT/OT best practices (NIST-800, ISA/IEC 62443 OT) Experience with industrial networks (Modbus, EthernetIP, HART, Foundation Fieldbus, etc.) 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 SuiteIdeally, youu2019ll also have: Water infrastructure Instrumentation & Controls Systems design experience Experience with PLCs and HMI programming software Experience developing scope, fee, and schedule for I&C and Control System projects.Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.

Created: 2025-11-15