Senior I&C Controls SME – Hyperscale Data Centers

Jacobs; Louisville (KY); Hybrid; USD 139,000 - 233,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Hybrid work policy

401(k) plan

Stock options

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Senior SME in I&C engineering for data center projects. You will lead controls design across new builds and retrofits, mentor teams, and collaborate with engineering disciplines to shape execution and delivery.

The role requires 15+ years in instrumentation/controls, a PE license, and a strong track record with BAS/SCADA/ICS platforms. Expect a hybrid, travel-friendly environment supporting hyperscale deployments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering and PE license required.
• 15+ years in instrumentation, controls, or automation engineering.
• Experience in mission-critical/data center facilities and design.
• Proficiency with major control platforms and industrial protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead I&C engineering across data center projects, including design direction.
• Mentor I&C leads and coordinate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Develop control sequences, network architectures, and integration strategies.
• Ensure designs meet performance, security, and code requirements.
• Support project governance, scheduling, and client communications.

Skills

Controls engineering

Automation architecture

Systems integration

Project leadership

Technical mentorship

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens

Schneider Electric

Johnson Controls

Honeywell

Rockwell Automation

Aveva/Wonderware

Ignition

Tridium Niagara

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a Senior SME in I&C engineering for data center projects. You will lead controls design across new builds and retrofits, mentor teams, and collaborate with engineering disciplines to shape execution and delivery.

The role requires 15+ years in instrumentation/controls, a PE license, and a strong track record with BAS/SCADA/ICS platforms. Expect a hybrid, travel-friendly environment supporting hyperscale deployments.