Instrumentation - Automation - SCADA Specialist - Northeast Region

Instrumentation - Automation - SCADA Specialist - Northeast Region

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Base pay range: $110,600 - $150,000 per year.

Jacobs challenges today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems. In this role, you'll support water and wastewater facilities across the Northeast Region, taking ownership of and supporting practical, resilient, and secure technology.

• Travel to projects throughout the region.
• Configure, commission, and maintain Control Panels, PLCs, and SCADA Systems.
• Support installation of Control Panels, PLCs, & SCADA Servers and Workstations.
• Troubleshoot process control issues and SCADA communications issues.
• Remotely monitor assets and perform minor updates.
• Work with facility managers to identify technology needs.
• Document existing infrastructure and develop improvement plans.
• Collaborate with other disciplines on equipment installation, startup, and commissioning.
• Configure equipment to meet process control and resilience standards.
• Manage SCADA user accounts and access controls.
• Work overtime as required.

• A principle-driven person who exudes Integrity, Curiosity, & Empathy.
• 5+ years of experience in Control System Design, PLC Programming, and SCADA Development.
• Solid technical foundation focusing on electrical and/or control system design.
• Estimated 50% travel throughout the region required.
• Valid driver’s license; driver’s license must meet TSA REAL .
• Additional desirable experience: SCADA & PLC OEM certifications; networking or information systems management background; automotive repair, mechanical skills, process or manufacturing knowledge.

• General office equipment (telephone, copier, PC/laptop).
• Industrial control equipment (VFDs, PLCs, HMIs, embedded devices, radios).
• Servers, switches, routers for the network environment.
• Hand tools, power tools, ladders, and test equipment.

Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan. Jacobs offers unlimited U.S. Paid Time Off, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. Additional rewards may include merit increases, performance discretionary bonuses, and stock.

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 December 08, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

This is a hybrid position, working from home and traveling to project sites up to 50%.