Entry Level Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) Engineer
JacobsEntry Level Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) Engineer
JacobsLocation
Bellevue, WA
Type
Full-time
Posted
11/4/2026
Compensation
$70,000 - $105,930 per year
Job description
The Entry-Level Instrumentation and Controls (I&C) Engineer will join Jacobs' Water and Wastewater team, focusing on developing solutions for critical water infrastructure. This role involves collaborating with experienced engineers on various project phases, from planning to commissioning. The engineer will support the design of instrumentation and control systems for municipal and industrial facilities. This position offers opportunities for mentorship and technical training to foster career development.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
- Understanding of instrumentation, process controls, PLCs, SCADA systems, and industrial networking concepts
- Exposure to water, wastewater, or industrial process systems through coursework, internships, or co-op experience
- EIT certification or ability to obtain within six months of hire preferred
- Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
- Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship
Responsibilities
- Develop and review Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
- Prepare instrument and control valve specifications
- Design PLC and SCADA-based control systems
- Develop control network architectures and prepare control panel layouts and wiring diagrams
- Assist with system integration, testing, and startup activities
- Collaborate closely with process, electrical, mechanical, civil, and commissioning teams to deliver integrated solutions
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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