
Instrumentation & Control Designer (Data Centers)
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Job overview
The Instrument and Controls Designer develops Piping & Instrument Diagrams, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams for advanced facilities projects. The role also involves creating 3D models and 2D drawings of industrial facility control systems, coordinating with global multidisciplinary teams, and managing time across multiple projects. Jacobs is open to candidates anywhere in the United States and ideally seeks candidates near a U.S. office.
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Full job description
This job opportunity is available at ANY location in the United States. Ideally, selected candidates will be near a JACOBS U.S. based office, but we intend to hire the "best" candidates.
We're looking for an Instrument and Controls Designer who is excited about working on projects that enable the heart of our clients’ business. Join us and you’ll have the chance to work on projects focused on designing state of the art structures within Advanced Facilities. Become a member of a vibrant, dynamic team that delivers world-class designs for well-known clients around the world.
You’ll be accountable for developing Piping & Instrument Diagrams (P&ID) following ANSI/ISA S5.1 symbology, and panel design including panel layout and wiring diagrams. You’ll also manage demanding project schedules, prepare accurate reports, and demonstrate communication skills.
At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.
Bring your curiosity, talent for multi-tasking and collaboration, and extreme organizational skills and we’ll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what drives you - so we can make big impacts on the world, together.
Responsibilities:
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Work on projects designing state-of-the-art data center, semiconductor, and other manufacturing facilities
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Develop 3D models and 2D drawings of industrial facility control systems
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Work within global multidisciplinary teams
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Manage time efficiently across multiple projects
Must have:
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2+ years of BIM design experience
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Experience using BIM360, Revit, Navisworks, and AutoCAD
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Proficiency in Microsoft Suite
Additionally, the ideal candidate will have:
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Associates Degree in Drafting or Engineering Technology
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Experience designing data center, semiconductor, and other industrial facilities
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Experience in instrumentation and controls
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Familiarity with Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
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Familiarity with controls, electrical panels and cable tray
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Familiarity with instrument placement
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.
How this job compares
Set against the 2,045 open Designer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 11, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- Virginia median$86–147K/yr30 salary ranges
- US median$23/hr353 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 65 open Designer jobs in Virginia and 2,045 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Virginia
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- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience; Designer postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years at the median (1,126 postings).
- Education
- 413 of the 2,045 open Designer jobs (20%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Pay, requirements and demand for Designer jobs
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