Fire Safety - Life Safety Systems Engineer

About the role

Jacobs is tackling today’s toughest challenges to create thriving cities, resilient environments, and cutting‑edge manufacturing. As a Life Safety Systems Engineer you will design fire and life‑safety solutions for semiconductor facilities, data centers, and advanced research labs, protecting the core of our clients’ operations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver code‑compliant fire and life safety solutions, including fire sprinklers, gaseous agents, fire detection, toxic gas detection, smoke modeling, and explosion prevention.
• Serve as Engineer of Record, guiding project teams and collaborating with senior design professionals.
• Interface directly with clients and local code officials to ensure compliance and excellence.
• Use AutoCAD and Revit MEP to create 3D BIM models and design systems such as fire alarms, smoke and leak detection, security, and intrusion detection.
• Apply Life Safety & Fire codes and industry standards to produce calculations, specifications, network diagrams, and detailed construction deliverables in both 2D and 3D formats.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• At least 4 years of experience with safety system design.
• Experience in fire protection engineering and life safety systems design.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Revit MEP.
• Knowledge of IFC, IBC, NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, NFPA 72 Fire Alarm and Signaling Code, NFPA 70 (NEC), and NFPA 400 Hazardous Materials Code.
• Familiarity with fire alarm manufacturers’ equipment, including VESDA systems, and design experience with fire alarm, VESDA, security CCTV, HPM, and leak detection systems.
• Experience with design and construction specifications, estimating, and scheduling mid‑to‑large‑scale projects.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
• Preferred: Professional Engineering (PE) license, experience leading projects and managing resources, mentoring junior staff, design management experience, and design experience in semiconductor or data‑center environments.
• Preferred: Working knowledge of 3D BIM software (Revit).

Benefits

• Hybrid work model with a mix of remote and in‑office work at U.S. Jacobs offices.
• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company stock purchase at a discount.
• Optional deferred compensation and Executive Deferral Plan for eligible employees.
• Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) for full‑time salaried/exempt employees.
• Seven paid holidays and caregiver leave.
• Potential merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and additional stock awards.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $102,900.00 to $155,650.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.