Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer - PLC/SCADA

Jacobs; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 98,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Stock purchase program

Paid time off and holidays (PPTO)

Caregiver leave

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an experienced Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to lead the design and implementation of advanced control systems for complex manufacturing and process facilities. You will develop instrumentation, automation, and safety systems and contribute to technical proposals and client presentations.

The role requires a strong background in PLC-based systems, NFPA 70, UL 508A, and coordination with multi-disciplinary teams. Local candidates with relocation flexibility are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or an associated Mechanical or Chemical Engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited university.
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification
• 6+ years of experience in industrial control systems engineering and design.
• Working knowledge of PLC systems, industrial networks, cybersecurity, motor control and power distribution systems.
• Experience designing PLC-based systems (Allen-Bradley, Schnieder Modicon and Siemens).
• Understanding of national codes and standards including NFPA 70 and UL 508A.
• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills in multidisciplinary environments.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain licensure in the State of Virginia.
• 2+ years of experience with semiconductor manufacturing tools (design, installation or cleanroom use).
• Familiarity with BIM and CAD platforms such as Revit, AutoCAD and Navisworks.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook) and project scheduling/delivery tools
• Experience leading teams and managing engineering design efforts
• Forward-thinking mindset with a passion for learning, innovation and continuous improvement.
• Industrial design experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, semiconductor facilities, data center, or similar environments.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary and global teams
• Passion for buildings, construction, and engineered systems.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the development of proposals, budgets, and schedules for process-specific work.
• Design of facility control systems, fire alarm systems, chemical controls, Toxic Gas Monitoring (TGM), and SCADA
• Develop P&IDs, loop drawings, and detailed wiring diagrams.
• Perform sizing and selection of instruments, control devices, and valves, including preparation of data sheets.
• Review vendor submittals and design deliverables to ensure compliance with client requirements, applicable codes, and standards.
• Initiate and develop Sequence of Operation (SOO) documents.
• Participate in technical and business presentations with clients and internal teams.

Skills

PLC systems

Industrial networks

Cybersecurity

Motor control

Power distribution

Communication

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

EIT certification

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Schneider

Modicon

Siemens

Job description

Jacobs is seeking an experienced Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to lead the design and implementation of advanced control systems for complex manufacturing and process facilities. You will develop instrumentation, automation, and safety systems and contribute to technical proposals and client presentations.

The role requires a strong background in PLC-based systems, NFPA 70, UL 508A, and coordination with multi-disciplinary teams. Local candidates with relocation flexibility are preferred.