Control System Engineer (PE) - SCADA

Jacobs; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Work remotely

Educational reimbursement

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Health benefits

Disability benefits

Life and accident insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Caregiver leave

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Control System Engineer in New York to design and integrate complex SCADA networks for transportation, water, and life safety systems. You’ll work on PLC/HMI programming, panel layouts, and coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver robust solutions.

You will need a PE license, a relevant engineering degree, and proficiency with AutoCAD/Revit; travel up to 15% is expected. Jacobs supports hybrid work and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronic Engineering (Controls focus) or Electrical/Mechanical Engineering required.
• PE License in Control Systems required.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Revit is required.
• Must be eligible to work on Government Projects; 10–15% travel expected (1–2 week trips).

Responsibilities

• Design SCADA networks, panel layouts, I/O wiring diagrams and fiber optic networks.
• Develop Bill of Materials and estimates for design projects.
• Produce drawings using AutoCAD and REVIT.
• Develop Conceptual design reports and operation documents.
• Prepare Engineering Specifications.
• Coordinate with engineers from other disciplines and architects.
• Lead SCADA engineering designs and engage with SCADA vendors.

Skills

AutoCAD proficiency

Revit proficiency

SCADA knowledge

Travel 10-15%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electronic Engineering (Controls focus)

Electrical or Mechanical Engineering degree

PE License in Control Systems

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Rockwell Automation

Siemens

Schneider

Wonderware SCADA

Job description

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’retransforming intangible ideas into innovative solutionsdesigning the future-today….by joining our New York team, you willtoo.

Our Control System Engineers provide technically complex and robust SCADA systems to support critical transportation and aviation infrastructure, water/wastewater and mission-critical environments.

Our Engineers are in involved in designing or integrating Power Systems, Life Safety systems (Ventilation and Fire), Traffic systems and mechanical systems You will be exposed to and become proficient in designing and implementation of SCADA systems. Additional requirements include knowledge of PLC and HMI programming, panel building, power distribution system, Mechanical Systems (Pump, Fuel and Generators), fire alarm and life safety systems and construction administration services.

Your daily job function will include one or more of the following

• Design SCADA Network, panel layouts, I/O wiring diagrams and fiber optic networks.
• Develop Bill of Materials and Estimates for Design projects.
• Prepare drawings detailing the system designed utilizing AutoCAD and REVIT
• Develop Conceptual design reports and Concept of Operation Documents.
• Prepare Engineering Specifications.
• Coordinate work with engineers of other disciplines and architects
• Lead SCADA Engineering Designs
• Engaging with SCADA vendors and manufacturers to understand product capabilities.

At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

Jacobs health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Typical benefits offered include flexible work schedules and opportunities to work remotely, educational reimbursement, retirement benefits, employee stock purchase plan, health benefits, disability benefits, life and accident insurance, voluntary benefits, paid time off and paid holidays, and parental leave.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronic Engineering (Controls focus), Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
• Professional Engineering (PE) License in Control Systems.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Revit
• Proficiency with Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Schneider, Wonderware SCADA manufacturers.
• Must have minimum requirements to work Government Projects
• 10%-15% travel time expected with trip durations 1 to 2 weeks, local or international travel

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. 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, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $120,000.00 to $165,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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 August 27, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.