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Entry Level Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) Engineer

Jacobs

Location

San Diego, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

11/4/2026

Compensation

$70,000 - $105,930 per year

Undergraduate Entry-Level
H-1B FY202698.3% approval+57% YoY
💎 Strong sponsor

Job description

The Entry Level Instrumentation and Controls Engineer role at Jacobs focuses on working with advanced electronics facilities, particularly for semiconductor and data center clients. The team is dedicated to delivering high-quality engineering solutions that meet client expectations. This position offers opportunities for mentorship and professional growth while contributing to innovative projects in industrial and commercial facilities. The engineer will be involved in designing control systems and collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering.
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD or Revit software.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

  • Accountable for schedule and technical quality of engineering tasks.
  • Provide on-site assistance during startup and coordinate work activities.
  • Develop P&IDs and specify process instrumentation and valves.
  • Design PLC-based systems and networking for control systems.
  • Program PLCs and SCADA systems.

Benefits

  • Employees at Jacobs are often offered benefits designed around physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing, including health and safety programs, mental health support, retirement and financial planning resources, flexible time off and initiatives that support a strong culture of caring.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Jacobs Engineering Group Inc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

55

FY2026

Approval rate

98.3%

FY2026

LCA certified

32

FY2026

Entry-level share

18.8%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+57%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-80%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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