Instrumentation & Controls Engineer – Wastewater Systems

Orange County Sanitation District; Fountain Valley (CA); On-site; USD 149,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

Orange County Sanitation District is seeking an Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to lead design, commissioning, and construction for wastewater facilities. You will review drawings and specifications, coordinate with operations and consultants, and ensure compliance with OC San standards.

The role requires a PE in California, a four-year engineering degree, and a valid CA driver’s license. Work focuses on electrical/I&C within the Engineering Design Division.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited program.
• Minimum 4 years of professional engineering experience.
• P.E. license in California required.
• Valid California Class C driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, commissioning, and construction projects for wastewater facilities.
• Review submittals, drawings and specifications to ensure quality.
• Coordinate with operations, maintenance, and external consultants.
• Develop scopes of work, RFQs, and evaluate proposals.
• Provide technical training and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Professional Engineer

Electrical engineering

Control systems

P&ID drawing

SCADA

Automation design

Design review

Construction coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical, environmental)

Tools

ABB DCS

Modicon PLC

SCADA software

HMI software

Job description

Orange County Sanitation District is seeking an Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to lead design, commissioning, and construction for wastewater facilities. You will review drawings and specifications, coordinate with operations and consultants, and ensure compliance with OC San standards.

The role requires a PE in California, a four-year engineering degree, and a valid CA driver’s license. Work focuses on electrical/I&C within the Engineering Design Division.