Senior Instrumentation and Controls Engineer (I&C) (Toronto)

Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Capabilities: Electrical Office Setup Hybrid Job ID #40027

Overview

Market Water At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact At Jacobs, we do not settle, we are constantly looking beyond to raise the bar and deliver with excellence. We apply our expertise and knowledge with a forward‑looking mindset, driven by optimism, purpose, and a commitment to making a meaningful difference for our clients and communities.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to join our Electrical, Instrumentation & Control team. In this role, you will lead the development and delivery of sophisticated automation solutions for municipal water and wastewater treatment and distribution systems, leveraging deep expertise in the design and commissioning of field instrumentation, industrial networks, Programmable Automation Controller (PAC), and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Human Machine Interface (HMI) systems.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineering and project management team members and client stakeholders to prepare and lead the development of drawings detailing the IC design for tendering and construction, including Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), SCADA network architecture drawings, PAC design drawings, installation details, IC cable schedules, wiring diagrams, and other drawings necessary to convey contract scope for construction.
• Prepare and input to project technical documents such as technical reports, Process Control Narratives, IC software testing plans, tender specifications, and Opinions of Probable Cost (OPCs) for construction work.
• Oversee and coordinate the work of IC design team members and coordination with other team disciplines in a multi‑disciplinary project delivery environment to realize project objectives and schedules.
• Actively participate in client and contractor stakeholder meetings, representing the IC design team during all project and design phases.
• Coordinate with project and design management stakeholders, providing input to workload planning and resourcing for IC team members for workload management of ongoing project commitments.
• Participate in construction‑related activities such as review of submittals, periodic construction site inspection, attending progress and commissioning meetings, witnessing factory and site acceptance testing for IC components and systems, and construction project closeout.
• Provide leadership in guiding project execution, driving technical excellence, and mentoring junior engineers and designers. Provide oversight during design development, conduct technical reviews, and ensure best practices in automation, cybersecurity, and system reliability are implemented throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• P.Eng. or LET designation in Ontario preferred, or eligible for registration in Ontario.
• Extensive experience in municipal water and wastewater systems within a consulting or design environment, with a strong focus on instrumentation, controls, and automation.
• Proven expertise in PLC and SCADA system design, programming, and integration, including platforms such as Rockwell Automation Logix series, Emerson PAC Systems, and Schneider PAC controllers. Demonstrated experience with SCADA/HMI systems such as AVEVA System Platform, AVEVA Citect, Ignition, Rockwell Automation Factory Talk, and GE iFIX, including system configuration, deployment, and troubleshooting.
• Industrial networking design, with awareness of cybersecurity requirements for OT networks.
• Demonstrated ability to lead IC design and automation scope across projects, including development of control philosophies, system architecture, and design documentation.
• Experience supporting and leading commissioning activities, including in office startup, troubleshooting PLC/SCADA systems, and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong understanding of industrial electrical and control system design standards in Canada, including the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), Ontario Electrical Safety Code (OESC), CSA, IEEE, and relevant NFPA standards.
• Experience with site inspections, construction support, and contractor coordination for industrial or municipal projects.
• Proven ability to mentor and guide junior engineers and designers, providing technical oversight and fostering team development.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to interface effectively with clients, contractors, and internal teams.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex technical challenges and deliver practical solutions.
• Self‑motivated with a high degree of ownership, capable of leading tasks and deliverables with minimal supervision.
• Forward‑thinking mindset, with a passion for innovation, continuous improvement, and advancing best practices in automation and control systems.

Salary

Posted Salary Range: Minimum $134,000.00 – Upper $180,000.00. The base salary range for this position is $134,000.00 to $180,000.00. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across Ontario, Canada locations.