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At Jacobs, we’retransforming intangible ideas into innovative solutionsdesigning the future-today….by joining our New York team, you willtoo.

Our Control System Engineers provide technically complex and robust SCADA systems to support critical transportation and aviation infrastructure, water/wastewater and mission-critical environments.

Our Engineers are in involved in designing or integrating Power Systems, Life Safety systems (Ventilation and Fire), Traffic systems and mechanical systems You will be exposed to and become proficient in designing and implementation of SCADA systems. Additional requirements include knowledge of PLC and HMI programming, panel building, power distribution system, Mechanical Systems (Pump, Fuel and Generators), fire alarm and life safety systems and construction administration services.

Your daily job function will include one or more of the following:

• Design SCADA Network, panel layouts, I/O wiring diagrams and fiber optic networks.
• Develop Bill of Materials and Estimates for Design projects.
• Prepare drawings detailing the system designed utilizing AutoCAD and REVIT
• Develop Conceptual design reports and Concept of Operation Documents.
• Prepare Engineering Specifications.
• Coordinate work with engineers of other disciplines and architects
• Engaging with SCADA vendors and manufacturers to understand product capabilities.

At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

Health and welfare benefits

• flexible work schedules and opportunities to work remotely
• educational reimbursement
• retirement benefits
• employee stock purchase plan
• health benefits
• disability benefits
• life and accident insurance
• voluntary benefits
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• parental leave

Another health and welfare benefits paragraph

• medical
• dental
• vision
• basic life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• ability to purchase company stock at a discount
• eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan

• Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees
• seven paid holidays
• caregiver leave
• certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock

The base salary range for this position is $120,000.00 to $165,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronic Engineering (Controls focus), Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
• Professional Engineering (PE) License in Control Systems.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or Revit
• Proficiency with Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Schneider, Wonderware SCADA manufacturers.
• Must have minimum requirements to work Government Projects
• 10%-15% travel time expected with trip durations 1 to 2 weeks, local or international travel

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job posted on August 27, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.