Instrumentation & Controls Engineer- Water Market

Jacobs; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is hiring an Entry-level Instrumentation and Control Engineer to join their innovative team in New York. The role involves designing control systems for water/wastewater facilities, requiring expertise in engineering design and control technologies. You will work on diverse tasks from designing control panel layouts to engaging with vendors. A Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required, along with proficiency in AutoCAD or Revit.

Qualifications

• Entry level position requiring a relevant degree.
• Professional expertise in engineering is necessary.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Revit is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design control panel layouts and develop I/O wiring diagrams.
• Prepare Engineering Specifications and engage with instrumentation vendors.
• Coordinate work with engineers of other disciplines.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

Mechanical Systems

Power distribution systems

Education

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

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Rockwell Automation

Siemens

Schneider

Wonderware SCADA

Job description

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At Jacobs, we’re transforming intangible ideas into innovative solutions designing the future today. By joining our New York team, you will too.

Our Instrumentation & Controls Engineers provide technically complex and robust control systems to support water/wastewater facilities. Our Engineers are involved in designing or integrating industrial process control systems. You will be exposed to and become proficient in the design and implementation of industrial control systems. Additional requirements include knowledge of PLC and HMI programming, panel designing, power distribution systems, Mechanical Systems (Pump, Fuel, and Generators), fire alarm, and life safety systems, as well as construction administration services.

Your daily responsibilities will include:

1. Design control panel layouts, BOMs, Nameplate Schedules, AC and/or DC wireway layouts.
2. Development of I/O wiring diagrams, power distribution diagrams, I/O Lists.
3. Instrumentation specifications and selection of instruments using an Instrument Index and/or instrument data sheets.
4. Copper and fiber optic networks for the control system or SCADA.
5. Develop Bill of Materials and Estimates for Design projects.
6. Prepare drawings detailing the system designed utilizing AutoCAD and Revit.
7. Develop Conceptual design reports and Concept of Operation Documents.
8. Prepare Engineering Specifications.
9. Coordinate work with engineers of other disciplines and architects.
10. Engage with instrumentation 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.

Minimum qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering.
• Professional expertise in the field.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Revit.
• Experience with Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Schneider, Wonderware SCADA manufacturers.
• 10-15% travel expected, with trip durations of 1 to 2 weeks, local or international.

Ideally, candidates will have:

• EIT certification with plans to take the Control Systems PE exam once requirements are met.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Business Consulting and Services

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Location: New York, NY | Salary: $120,000 - $170,000 | Posted: 2 weeks ago