Life Safety Systems/Fire Alarm Engineer SME
About the role
We're looking for a Life Safety Systems/Fire Alarm Subject Matter Expert (SME) who is excited about working on projects that enable the heart of our clients’ business. This opportunity is available at any location in the United States, ideally near a Jacobs U.S. office. Join a vibrant, dynamic team delivering world-class designs for well-known clients in the Data Center market. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and enjoy working closely with clients, this role is for you.
Our Life Safety Systems/Fire Alarm SMEs work on various projects assigned by a Department Manager, playing a key role in the entire design process. You’ll collaborate with clients, mentor junior staff, and ensure projects are completed on time while providing technical design leadership for data center buildings.
Responsibilities
- Quality control of Fire Alarm and Life Safety Systems (LSS) drawings
- Provide markups on lead engineer submittals to align with design intent and client specifications
- Offer design guidance and explain best practices based on real-world experience
- Mentor junior staff
- Engage in client interaction and justify design intent
- Provide technical design leadership for fire alarm and detection systems, smoke control systems, fire protection systems, and other life safety or low-voltage systems in data center buildings
Requirements
- NICET Fire Alarm Systems (FAS) Level III or IV
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering
- Extensive design experience with Fire Alarm Systems and related manufacturers’ equipment, including VESDA systems
- Proficiency in IBC, IFC, NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, and NFPA 72 Fire Alarm and Signaling Code
- Knowledge of NFPA 75, NFPA 76, NFPA 2001, and NFPA 13 codes
- Knowledge and application of NFPA 70 (NEC) and electrical design requirements
- Experience with general design and construction specifications
- Experience mentoring junior staff
- Extensive design experience in data centers
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional Engineering (PE) license
- Experience leading projects and managing resources
- Experience estimating and scheduling mid-to-large-scale projects
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
- 401(k) plan with company stock purchase options at a discount
- Deferred compensation plan 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
- Additional rewards for certain roles, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonuses, and stock
Pay
The base salary range for this position is $120,000.00 to $150,000.00. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Schedule
Hybrid working policy allowing employees to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations.