Instrumentation Controls and Automation Engineer (ICA) – Lead Location: Jacobs Manchester, England, United Kingdom At Jacobs, we are 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 You will join a team of over 600 engineering and technical professionals responsible for the delivery of an extensive multi‑billion‑portfolio of high‑profile projects that will shape the future infrastructure of our water industry for generations to come. Responsibilities

Lead engineering and technical excellence across the full lifecycle of projects and solutions. Own all technical delivery FEED, Design, Construction and Commissioning phases of innovative complex controls, instrumentation and automation systems delivered to multi‑million projects for the water industry. Drive integration and collaboration, fostering strong and trusting relationships across diverse design, construction and client teams. Promote knowledge sharing, innovation and agility that adds value and exceeds our own and our clients’ expectations. Trusted technical authority for value engineering and buildability workshops. Oversee and ensure technical compliance with regulatory and safety standards and timely and efficient delivery of internal and external project outputs. Embed constructability reliability, commissioning and performance requirements into the design. Be a key stakeholder to design management, change control, scheduling, risk management and financial forecasting collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to drive project success.

Qualifications

Chartered Member of IEEE. Progressive experience in ICA/C&I design engineering, with expertise in detailed design and design‑and‑build execution for water, wastewater and bioresources non‑infrastructure projects. Indepth and robust ICA/C&I engineering knowledge with an extensive track record in the delivery of innovative and compliant solutions from concept through to commissioning and asset management. Familiarity with water sector regulations and safety protocols. Robust understanding of current health, safety and welfare legislation. Recognised leader able to foster a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.

Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business, and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. We value collaboration and believe that in‑person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. Equal Opportunity Employer Jacobs is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Applicants with disabilites are welcome. #J-18808-Ljbffr