Safety Systems​/Fire Alarm Engineer SME

At Jacobs, we challenge today’s status quo to reinvent tomorrow, solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing. We turn abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

The Life Safety Systems/Fire Alarm SME is a key role working on data center facilities projects. You will collaborate closely with clients and contribute to the entire design process, delivering world‑class designs for well‑known clients around the world.

• Quality control of Fire Alarm and Life Safety System drawings
• Providing markups on lead engineer submittals to 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

• NICET FAS Level III or IV certification
• 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
• Knowledge of general design and construction specifications
• Experience mentoring junior staff
• Extensive design experience in data centers

• Professional Engineering (PE) license
• Experience leading projects and managing resources
• Experience estimating and scheduling mid‑to‑large‑scale projects

Our health and welfare benefits invest in you and the things you care about. 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 an Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs offers unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays and caregiver leave.

Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonuses and stock.

Base salary range: $ to $. 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.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment.