Senior I&C Engineer: Power & Energy Systems (Hybrid)

Jacobs; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 124,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) and stock purchase plan

Unlimited PPTO

7 holidays + caregiver leave

Job summary

Jacobs in the United States seeks a senior I&C engineer to lead instrumentation and controls design for utility-scale power projects. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver reliable, efficient energy solutions from concept through commissioning.

This role requires 10+ years of experience, PE eligibility, and the ability to mentor junior staff while engaging clients. We offer a hybrid work policy with opportunities across Jacobs offices nationwide.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of design, consulting, or operations experience.
• Proven ability to lead multi-person teams of engineers.
• PE license or ability to obtain within one year.
• Experience with industrial DCS/PLC systems and SCADA.

Responsibilities

• Prepare specifications and drawings, write control system descriptions, perform startup and commissioning activities.
• Specify instrumentation such as transmitters, switches, and control valves for large power projects.
• Design SCADA and OT networks including DCS, PLCs, servers/workstation, network switches and firewalls.
• Collaborate on proposals and contribute to client relationships and business development efforts.
• Select and troubleshoot field process instruments.
• Display strong communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability to work in a fast-paced consulting environment with multiple deadlines.
• Drive ownership of health & safety in all aspects of project execution, office and personal environments.

Skills

Leadership

Client engagement

Communication

Team mentorship

Project delivery

Education

Bachelor's or Advanced Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Emerson Ovation

Siemens T3000

GE Mark VIe

Job description

Jacobs in the United States seeks a senior I&C engineer to lead instrumentation and controls design for utility-scale power projects. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver reliable, efficient energy solutions from concept through commissioning.

This role requires 10+ years of experience, PE eligibility, and the ability to mentor junior staff while engaging clients. We offer a hybrid work policy with opportunities across Jacobs offices nationwide.