[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Jacobs Solutions jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jacobs-solutions/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Jacobs Solutions · Bedford, NH # Instrumentation and Controls Engineering Manager Bedford, NH Manager or lead Operations Listed on Jacobs Solutions’s official careers site. Posted October 10, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Jacobs Solutions’s careers site →](https://jacobs.jobs/jobs/CE891CCE12E0489EB30FFB326FFF605A/) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Jacobs Solutions](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jacobs-solutions/) / Instrumentation and Controls Engineering Manager ## Job description We’re seeking an Instrumentation and Controls Engineering Manager, to support and manage a local team in Santa Clara, CA. You will work on projects that enable the heart of our clients semiconductor manufacturing. You and the other team members will work closely with the well-established client owners in a fast paced, dynamic environment to maintain schedule, design requirements, system integration and programming tasks. Example systems include all aspects of facility management, gas life safety and cabinet monitoring including PLC and HMI programming and SCADA communications. Managerial responsibilities will be focused on staff recruitment, hiring, growth and development. Including performance evaluations, defining roles, responsibilities, and expectations, training and continuous long- and short-term career development, conflict resolution, and weekly time sheet review and approval. ### What You’ll Do - Manage onsite team of engineers, technicians and programming specialists. - Provide scope, schedule and budget information to the project leadership. - Provide engineering leadership, guidance and technical expertise. - Architect full automation solutions including PLC, HMI, SCADA, networks, and field devices - Coordinate with internal and external global teams to establish successful schedules. - Lead development of HMI/SCADA systems with focus on usability, performance, and reliability - Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex system failures and production issues - Provide mentorship and growth opportunities within the team. - Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Automation or Mechatronics Engineering from a USA accredited institution. - Professional Engineer (PE) licensure. - Minimum 10 years of direct relatable experience. - Advanced experience working with the following, Allen-Bradley (Studio 5000, RSLogix) Siemens (TIA Portal, S7), Emerson (Machine Edition). - Expertise with SCADA platforms (Ignition, FactoryTalk, WinCC, Cimplicity) - Experience with motion control, robotics, and high-speed automation systems - Familiarity with MES integration, databases (SQL), and IIoT systems Ideally, you’ll also have: - Basic understanding of industrial cybersecurity principles and best practices. - Extensive knowledge with troubleshooting, verification and commissioning services. - Basic knowledge with AutoCAD computer drafting software. - Experience working in semiconductor or datacenter environments including field verifications. ### Additional Details - Preference given to local candidates near Santa Clara, CA, - RELOCATION MAY BE PROVIDED * $$$ SIGN ON BONUS $$$ - Field work includes active sustaining construction environments. - Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship). At Jacobs, we’re committed to improving the lives and communities through innovative, sustainable solutions. We’re driven by collaboration, technical excellence, and a passion for solving some of the world’s most complex challenges -- together. #AFElectronics #Instrumentation #ControlsEngineering #Automation #ManufacturingJobs #HiringEngineers #LI-TD1 #afelectronics Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 10, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 20, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 20, 2026 - Listed for: 10 days - Location: Bedford, NH[Apply on Jacobs Solutions’s careers site →](https://jacobs.jobs/jobs/CE891CCE12E0489EB30FFB326FFF605A/) ## More jobs at Jacobs Solutions ### [Electrical Engineer - Federal](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jacobs-solutions/jobs/3e32b84e2ddc43a5ce1e/) Bedford, NH ### [Entry Level Water/Wastewater Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jacobs-solutions/jobs/b3e678fa61361e541295/) Bedford, NH ### [Environmental Project Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jacobs-solutions/jobs/b6d1ffe7f41bddb588fd/) Bedford, NH ### [Instrumentation & Controls Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jacobs-solutions/jobs/7d9482f8a341aa586d3e/) Bedford, NH ### [Piping Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jacobs-solutions/jobs/0f7249fa34fd2462851e/) Bedford, NH ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Electrical Engineer - Instrumentation and Controls](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/targa-resources/jobs/481a880a7ace289e7248/) Targa Resources ### [VIE - Instrumentation Technician F/M Silver Spring, MD Silver Spring, MD ENGINEERING / DESIGN STUDIES / METHODS ENGINEERING / DESIGN STUDIES / METHODS International assignment contract](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/vinci/jobs/a2aa972ccf6a74376184/) VINCI · Silver Spring, MD ### [Controls Engineering Intern](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/comfort-systems-usa/jobs/111e2368718ddd223adb/) Comfort Systems USA · Indianapolis, IN ### [Controls Algorithm Engineering Intern](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/trane-technologies/jobs/c8ef6dd665dbde66d142/) Trane Technologies · La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America [Operations jobs](/functions/operations/) OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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