Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

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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.

We share a common purpose – to make the world more connected and sustainable. As part of our California team, you’ll have the chance to work on projects that bring innovative solutions to our municipal clients’ water challenges locally and worldwide. Jacobs is #1 globally by ENR in water/wastewater treatment and conveyance. You will be part of a world‑class Instrumentation and Control Systems team dedicated to protecting the most valuable asset in the world, water.

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, contribute to control system software development in PLCs and HMIs, and perform facility startups and commissioning activities. You’ll review construction submittals, conduct site evaluations, recommend control system upgrades, and communicate with clients and management.

• Bachelor’s 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&) 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, Ethernet
  
  IP, 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 Suite.

• 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.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you. 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.

Job posted on October 29, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.