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Senior Fire Protection Engineer (Advanced Manufacturing)

Jacobs · Lawrence, KS · Today
ManagementFull-time
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, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. Your impact 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. In our Advanced Manufacturing Group, our team elevates our clients by delivering cost-effective and transformative projects to the specialty chemical, electric vehicle, manufacturing, metals, pulp and paper and various other markets. We understand that the success of our clients is about more than well-designed facilities; it’s about well-designed strategies tailored for every market and every location. We're looking for an experienced Fire Protection Engineer to join our Building Mechanical team and help deliver innovative Fire Protection design solutions for our heavy industrial clients. You will work alongside our team of engineers and designers performing field investigations, interfacing with clients & vendors, sizing and selecting equipment, and preparing construction design packages. You’ll be accountable for the schedule and technical quality of challenging engineering tasks as you gain familiarity with the client’s expectations, scope, budget, and schedule. You’ll work with a multi-discipline, highly interactive team to establish a fire protection design basis, coordinate with other engineering disciplines, interface with the Owner and AHJ, and develop a fire protection engineering package. Your role keeps our company connected, and we’ll support you with what you need to be successful. Highlights of your contributions will include Conduct fire protection code evaluations, and develop fire protection design concepts based on code requirements, Owner requirements, and AHJ requirementsConduct hydraulic calculations for sizing of fire pump(s), fire water tank, site fire water piping, and fire riser(s)Develop sprinkler design criteria packages for sprinkler contractors to develop shop drawing packages.Develop fire pump system packages for fire protection contractors to finalize the design prior to constructionTake professional engineering ownership of your design.Mentoring less experienced staff. 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 Here's what you'll need Qualifications At least ten (10) years’ experience in the design of fire protection systems (sprinkler systems / fire pump systems)Professional Engineering License.Thorough knowledge of codes and standards related to the design of fire protection systems.Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Fire Protection Engineering.Adaptability to work within a fast-paced team environment with multiple deadlines.Ability to lead a mechanical/fire protection team on a project and to collaborate with other discipline team members remotely. Ideally, You’ll Also Have Software experience in Revit and sprinkler calculation software (HASS, AutoSPRINK, etc).Experience in the design of fire detection and fire alarm 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 a U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, 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 $169,500.00 to $233,000.00. 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 November 09, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work. Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.