Instrument and Controls CAD Technician

Jacobs; Boise (ID); Hybrid; USD 61,165,000 - 123,020,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Caregiver leave

Stock purchase discount

Job summary

Jacobs, in Corvallis, Oregon, is seeking an Entry Level Instrumentation and Controls CAD Technician to join our team. You will create drawings and simulations for water and wastewater projects and collaborate with engineers.

You will work in a hybrid environment, supporting clients and team members while developing skills in Autodesk tools and drafting standards. This role offers growth within a global engineering leader with strong benefits.

Qualifications

• An associate degree in Design or Technical Drafting is required.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation or OPPID.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and client service.

Responsibilities

• Create drawings and simulations for water/wastewater projects.
• Support project goals with accurate CAD work.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians across disciplines.

Skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree in Design or Technical Drafting

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

OPPID

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.

We are seeking an Entry Level Instrumentation and Controls CAD Technician to join our team aligned to our office in Corvallis, Oregon. As avitalmember of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to workon projects that focus on water and wastewater design.

Working alongside a team of water technicians and engineers, you’ll be responsible for creating drawings and simulations using software tools and resources supporting our clients’ overall project goals. You’ll be a part of teams diverse in culture and discipline, working to meet the client's needs as a cohesive unit. We want you to be empowered to deliver the boldest solutions for everyday living.

Here’s what you'll need

• Associates degree in either Design arena or Technical Drafting field
• Working knowledge of any of the following software – AUTOCAD, Microstation, OPPID
• Ability to work well both independently and as a team
• Attention to detail, quality work products, and client service

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, 401(k) plan, paid time off (allocated plans start date 17 days per calendar year), seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $44,400.00 to $89,300.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. 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 31, 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.