Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

Jacobs; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 102,900 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Stock purchase program

PPTO (unlimited for some roles)

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an experienced Instrumentation and Controls Engineer in Latham, New York. You will design and optimize control systems for semiconductor and research facilities, developing P&IDs, sizing valves, and specifying instrumentation.

You will model design information and ensure standards compliance within a collaborative team. The role offers hands‑on experience, mentorship, and growth in process control, instrumentation and automation, with opportunities to work on cutting‑edge

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer in Training (EIT).
• Strong collaboration and communication across multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Ability to work onsite (hybrid) in Latham, NY.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize control systems for processes.
• Develop P&IDs and size valves.
• Specify instrumentation and panel design.
• Assign I/O and document design information.
• Ensure compliance with building codes and industry standards.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Chemical, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

PE license or EIT

Tools

PLC

PAC

DDC

DCS

Job description

At Jacobs, we challenge 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’re seeking an Instrumentation and Controls Engineer to join our Latham, New York team. In this role you’ll contribute to projects that power the core operations of our clients, including cutting‑edge semiconductor manufacturing and advanced research facilities.

As part of a collaborative, multi‑disciplinary team, you’ll help design and optimize control systems for a variety of processes, working closely with architects, engineers and designers to deliver complete, world‑class solutions for new facilities. Your responsibilities include developing P&IDs, sizing valves, specifying instrumentation, panel design, I/O assignments, documenting and modeling design information while ensuring compliance with building codes and industry standards.

Our group is recognized as one of the leading design teams in semiconductor facility design, delivering innovative solutions that enable the next generation of technology. This position offers hands‑on experience and expert mentorship to help you grow your technical skills and understanding of process control, instrumentation and automation.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of work experience designing Instrumentation and Control Systems
• Working knowledge of PLC, PAC, DDC, DCS systems
• Ability to work onsite (hybrid) in Latham, NY

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer in Training (EIT)
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a variety of teams, including multi‑disciplinary teams
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Forward‑thinking, eager to learn best practices and contribute with innovative ideas
• Displayed ability to learn quickly and driven to broaden knowledge base
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Passion for buildings and construction

Benefits

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and the things you care about—your health, your well‑being, your security and 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. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $102,900.00 to $150,000.00. 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.