Instrumentation & Controls Engineer- Water Market

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

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Instrumentation & Controls Engineer for their New York team. This role involves designing complex control systems for water/wastewater facilities. Candidates should have a relevant engineering degree and proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit. The position offers a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Stock Purchase Options

Flexible Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering required.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Revit is essential.
• 10-15% travel expected, including international trips.

Responsibilities

• Design control panel layouts and develop I/O wiring diagrams.
• Select instruments using specifications and instrument data sheets.
• Prepare engineering specifications and coordinate with other engineers.

Skills

PLC Programming

HMI Programming

Panel Designing

Power Distribution Systems

Mechanical Systems

Fire Alarm Systems

Life Safety Systems

AutoCAD

Revit

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Rockwell Automation

Siemens

Schneider

Wonderware SCADA

Job description

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Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $170,000.00/yr

About Jacobs

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. Join us to help turn abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

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

Role Overview

Our Instrumentation & Controls Engineers provide technically complex and robust control systems to support water/wastewater facilities. Responsibilities include designing or integrating industrial process control systems, and gaining proficiency in the design and implementation of industrial control systems. Knowledge of PLC and HMI programming, panel designing, power distribution systems, mechanical systems (pumps, fuel, generators), fire alarm, and life safety systems is required, along with construction administration services.

Key Responsibilities

1. Design control panel layouts, BOMs, Nameplate Schedules, AC and/or DC wireway layouts.
2. Develop I/O wiring diagrams, power distribution diagrams, I/O Lists.
3. Select instruments using specifications and instrument data sheets.
4. Design copper and fiber optic networks for control systems or SCADA.
5. Develop Bills of Materials and cost estimates for projects.
6. Prepare drawings using AutoCAD and REVIT.
7. Create conceptual design reports and operational documents.
8. Prepare engineering specifications.
9. Coordinate with other engineers and architects.
10. Engage with vendors and manufacturers to understand product capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering.
• Professional expertise in relevant areas.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Revit.
• Experience with Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Schneider, Wonderware SCADA.
• 10-15% travel expected, including international trips.

Preferred Qualifications

• EIT certification with plans to take the Control Systems PE exam.

Additional Information

Jacobs offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), stock purchase options, and flexible paid time off. Salary is determined by location, skills, experience, and education. We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity in employment.