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Safety Systems​/Fire Alarm Engineer SME

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60684, USA
Listing for: Jacobs
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-13
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Life Safety Systems/Fire Alarm Engineer SME
Life Safety Systems/Fire Alarm SME:

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.

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. We're transforming intangible ideas into innovative solutions designing the future - today. We're looking for a Life Safety Systems/Fire Alarm SME who is excited about working on projects that enable the heart of our clients' business. Join

us and you'll have the chance to work on data center facilities projects. Come be a part of a vibrant, dynamic team that delivers world-class designs for well-known clients around the world! If you are someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative work environment and who also enjoys working closely with clients in the Data Center market, this opportunity is for you! 

Our Life Safety Systems/Fire Alarm SMEs work on various projects assigned by a Department Manager. This position will play a role in the entire design process including but not limited to:

* Quality control of Fire Alarm and LSS drawings

* Providing markups on lead engineer submittalsto align with design intent and client specifications

* Providing design guidance and explaining best practices based on real world experience

* Mentoring junior staff

* Client interaction and justification for design intent

Your impact:

The Life Safety Systems/Fire Alarm SMEs may work on several concurrent projects and will be responsible for ensuring that projects are completed on time.

As a Life Safety Systems/Fire Alarm SME, you'll provide technical design leadership of systems for data center buildings which include fire alarm and detection systems, smoke control systems, fire protection systems, and other life safety or low voltage systems.

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:

* NICET FAS Level III or IV

* Bachelor's degree in engineering 

* Knowledge and extensive design experience with Fire Alarm Systems and related manufacturers' equipment, including VESDA systems

* Proficient 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

* Knowledge of general design and construction specifications

* Experience mentoring junior staff

* Extensive design experience in data centers

Ideally, you'll also have:   

* Professional Engineering (PE) license

* Experience leading projects and managing resources

* Experience estimating and scheduling mid-to-large-scale projects

Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.

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