Wastewater I&C Engineer: PLC/SCADA Expert

Jacobs Solutions Inc.; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 81,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a dynamic Wastewater Treatment Instrumentation & Controls Specialist to design, implement, and maintain control systems for wastewater equipment in Oklahoma City, OK. You’ll select instruments, program PLCs/HMIs/SCADA, and ensure seamless integration into our processes.

You’ll document work, perform regular maintenance, and address issues in a fast-paced environment. Strong instrumentation knowledge and detail orientation are essential for success, with travel to client sites

Qualifications

• Two (2) to five (5) years’ experience in the operation and maintenance of water/wastewater treatment facilities or a similar industrial type environment or related industry.
• Exceptional problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to use computer systems and programs, such as Microsoft Office, HachWIMS or various other work processing and spreadsheet applications and computerized maintenance management systems associated with the operations of an advanced water reclamation facility.
• Ability to provide leadership and prioritize work activities on a shift basis in response to operational needs and process control requirements.
• Ability to be available for emergencies as needed.
• Experience writing procedure manuals and/or SOPs.
• Ability to apply mathematics to operational tasks such as chemical dosing, flow calculations, pipe or tank volumes, etc.
• Experience with creating technical documents, publications, and design reports.
• Valid Driver’s License with no major infractions required.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, shift work and on call duty as required.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong communication skills in the English language (written, verbal, inter-personal)

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair plant instrumentation and controls with precision.
• Interface with customers regarding I&C designs and submitted design documents.
• Assess client problems and determine appropriate solutions.
• Maintain plant field instrumentation, controls, and electrical equipment in optimal condition through preventive maintenance.
• Develop and implement an accurate calibration program for plant instrumentation.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance tasks and analyze equipment data as instructed.
• Review spare parts inventory and monitor usage to ensure timely reorders.
• Maintain calibration records per regulatory standards.
• Service and repair plant equipment following vendor guidelines and plant procedures.
• Acquire knowledge of plant logic and control systems using drawings and diagrams.
• Familiarize yourself with plant manuals, system descriptions, operating procedures, and emergency plans.
• Respond promptly to plant incidents or emergencies.
• Inspect, repair, install, and remove motors, generators, transformers, switches, control equipment, wiring, and storage batteries.
• Troubleshoot facility instrumentation, including DCS, PLC, and turbine control systems.
• Uphold safety standards in all aspects of work.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Math skills

Communication

Emergency readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

HachWIMS

MS Office

CMMS

Spreadsheet software

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a dynamic Wastewater Treatment Instrumentation & Controls Specialist to design, implement, and maintain control systems for wastewater equipment in Oklahoma City, OK. You’ll select instruments, program PLCs/HMIs/SCADA, and ensure seamless integration into our processes.

You’ll document work, perform regular maintenance, and address issues in a fast-paced environment. Strong instrumentation knowledge and detail orientation are essential for success, with travel to client sites