Jacobs
Regional Electrical & Instrumentation Specialist - Northwest Region
Jacobs, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Regional Electrical & Instrumentation Specialist – Northwest Region
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Regional Electrical & Instrumentation Specialist – Northwest Region
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Jacobs
This role combines electrical maintenance and instrumentation expertise to ensure reliable operations and compliance with safety standards. Occasional support to other regions may be required.
Base Pay Range $91,400 / yr – $125,600 / yr
Company Overview 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. Through our operations and maintenance services, we help municipal clients operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most people.
Key Responsibilities Preventative & Predictive Maintenance
Perform PM/PdM tasks including thermography, motor circuit analysis, insulation testing, and UPS load testing
Calibrate and maintain flow meters, chemical analyzers, and dosing systems
Corrective Maintenance
Service MCC buckets, motor starters, panel boards, and electrical motors
Troubleshoot PLC systems, solar systems, fire controls, and signal devices
Replace and repair instrumentation and control components
Instrumentation & Control Systems
Maintain electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and telemetry systems
Work with SCADA systems, PLCs, and graphical user interfaces
Recommend system modifications to improve efficiency and reduce costs
Maintain calibration schedules and detailed repair records
Capital Projects & Out‑of‑Scope Support
Assist in planning and executing capital projects involving electrical and SCADA systems
Build and install panels in‑house when feasible
Develop scopes of work, specifications, and drawings
Lead meetings to ensure project alignment and timely execution
This is a hybrid position, working from home and traveling to project sites.
Here's What You'll Need
5–10 years of relevant experience
Valid driver’s license with no major infractions
Experience with Maximo CMMS
Strong background in electrical control systems and instrumentation
Ability to travel 75% – 85% of the time
Ideally, You'll Also Have
High school diploma or GED
Journeyman or Master Electrician License
Knowledge of water treatment facility systems
Familiarity with safe work practices and applicable regulations
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements This is a safety‑sensitive position. Physical demands include standing, walking, climbing, kneeling, and working in confined spaces or at heights. Work environments may include exposure to loud noise, high‑pressure systems, electrical equipment, fumes, and chemicals. Use of PPE is mandatory. Must be able to sit, stand, stoop, twist and bend at the waist, turn, kneel, squat, raise arms above shoulder height, grasp, reach, perform repetitive hand movements and fine coordination when preparing reports and using a computer keyboard, have vision sufficient to read computer screens, printed documents and operate office equipment, have hearing in the normal range with or without correction. In an 8‑hour time period must be able to transport self across the facility, ascend and descend stair steps, lift objects up to 50 pounds from floor level to waist height, wear and use appropriate safety equipment.
Benefits Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well‑being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
The base salary range for this position is $91,400 to $125,600. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on October 03, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.
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Regional Electrical & Instrumentation Specialist – Northwest Region
role at
Jacobs
This role combines electrical maintenance and instrumentation expertise to ensure reliable operations and compliance with safety standards. Occasional support to other regions may be required.
Base Pay Range $91,400 / yr – $125,600 / yr
Company Overview 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. Through our operations and maintenance services, we help municipal clients operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most people.
Key Responsibilities Preventative & Predictive Maintenance
Perform PM/PdM tasks including thermography, motor circuit analysis, insulation testing, and UPS load testing
Calibrate and maintain flow meters, chemical analyzers, and dosing systems
Corrective Maintenance
Service MCC buckets, motor starters, panel boards, and electrical motors
Troubleshoot PLC systems, solar systems, fire controls, and signal devices
Replace and repair instrumentation and control components
Instrumentation & Control Systems
Maintain electrical, electronic, pneumatic, and telemetry systems
Work with SCADA systems, PLCs, and graphical user interfaces
Recommend system modifications to improve efficiency and reduce costs
Maintain calibration schedules and detailed repair records
Capital Projects & Out‑of‑Scope Support
Assist in planning and executing capital projects involving electrical and SCADA systems
Build and install panels in‑house when feasible
Develop scopes of work, specifications, and drawings
Lead meetings to ensure project alignment and timely execution
This is a hybrid position, working from home and traveling to project sites.
Here's What You'll Need
5–10 years of relevant experience
Valid driver’s license with no major infractions
Experience with Maximo CMMS
Strong background in electrical control systems and instrumentation
Ability to travel 75% – 85% of the time
Ideally, You'll Also Have
High school diploma or GED
Journeyman or Master Electrician License
Knowledge of water treatment facility systems
Familiarity with safe work practices and applicable regulations
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements This is a safety‑sensitive position. Physical demands include standing, walking, climbing, kneeling, and working in confined spaces or at heights. Work environments may include exposure to loud noise, high‑pressure systems, electrical equipment, fumes, and chemicals. Use of PPE is mandatory. Must be able to sit, stand, stoop, twist and bend at the waist, turn, kneel, squat, raise arms above shoulder height, grasp, reach, perform repetitive hand movements and fine coordination when preparing reports and using a computer keyboard, have vision sufficient to read computer screens, printed documents and operate office equipment, have hearing in the normal range with or without correction. In an 8‑hour time period must be able to transport self across the facility, ascend and descend stair steps, lift objects up to 50 pounds from floor level to waist height, wear and use appropriate safety equipment.
Benefits Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well‑being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
The base salary range for this position is $91,400 to $125,600. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on October 03, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.
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