Entry Level Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) Engineer

Jacobs; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

PPTO

7 paid holidays

Caregiver leave

Performance bonus

Job summary

Jacobs in the United States is seeking an Entry-Level Instrumentation and Controls Engineer to join our team. You'll develop control systems for state-of-the-art facilities, create P&IDs, specify instrumentation and valves, and design PLC-based networks while benefiting from mentorship.

The role offers hybrid work, competitive pay, generous benefits, and opportunities to grow skills with on-site startup support. A Bachelor's in engineering and US work authorization are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD or Revit software is required.
• Strong communication and analytical/problem-solving skills are essential.
• Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship is required.
• Knowledge of PFDs and P&IDs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and design control systems for various processes.
• Create P&IDs, specify instrumentation and valves.
• Design PLC-based systems and networked control systems.
• Program PLCs and SCADA systems.
• Provide on-site startup support and coordinate with staff and discipline leads.
• Collaborate across multi-discipline teams to deliver designs.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

PLC programming

SCADA systems

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 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.

Our team continues to grow in the amount and variety of work we do. Historically the bulk of our work has focused on the advanced electronics facilities industry--semiconductor and data center clients. We're looking for an Entry-Level Instrumentation and Controls Engineer 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'll 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 control systems for a variety of processes for all aspects of the process. You will develop P&IDs, specify process instrumentation and valves, design PLC based systems, design networking for control system, program PLCs and SCADA systems, and you'll be surrounded by expert mentorship opportunities to help you thrive in your new career.

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.

This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain such authorization throughout their employment without employer sponsorship.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD or Revit software
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) and strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future
• Knowledge of process flow diagrams (PFDs) and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).

Ideally, you'll also have

• Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers and SCADA systems
• Engineer in Training (EIT)
• Forward-thinking, eager to learn best practices, and contribute with innovative ideas
• Displayed ability to learn quickly and driven to broaden knowledge baseAbility to collaborate and work effectively in a variety of teams, including multi-disciplinary teams

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 $70,000.00 to $105,930.00. 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 October 23, 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.