Fire Safety - Life Safety Systems Engineer

About the role

Jacobs is seeking a Life Safety Systems Engineer to design fire and life‑safety solutions for cutting‑edge facilities such as semiconductor manufacturing plants, data centers, and research labs. The role involves delivering code‑compliant systems, acting as Engineer of Record, and collaborating with senior design professionals, clients, and local code officials. Jacobs offers a hybrid work model, mentorship, training, and the chance to work on high‑profile projects worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Deliver code‑compliant fire and life safety solutions, including fire sprinklers, gaseous agents, fire detection, toxic gas detection, smoke modeling, and explosion prevention.
• Act 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to collaborate across disciplines.
• 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 systems and manufacturers’ equipment, including VESDA systems.
• 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, managing resources, mentoring junior staff, design management experience, and design experience in semiconductor or data‑center environments.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company stock purchase at a discount.
• Optional deferred compensation and Executive Deferral Plan.
• 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

Base salary range: $102,900.00 to $155,650.00, determined by work location, skills, experience, and education.