Job Description

Life Science 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

At Jacobs, we’re not just building structures, we’re helping our clients innovate and grow by designing, engineering, and executing the construction of their state-of-the-art facilities that are changing our world. We’re transforming intangible ideas into innovative solutions designing the future - today.  

We are looking for a Fire Protection Engineer for our Life Sciences organization local to our Cary, NC/Conshohocken, PA/Cincinnati, OH/ or Indianapolis, IN office who is excited about working on projects that enable the heart of our clients’ business. You’ll be responsible for the design of the fire protection and fire alarm scope on our projects while also ensuring building and fire code compliance and client and insurer safety standards are met. Examples include Water Spray/Sprinkler, Clean Agent, Fire & Gas Detection, and Fire Alarm system designs. 

You’ll be a part of diverse multi-discipline teams allowing you to both share what you know and learn so you can grow. Bring your creativity, ambitious spirit and extreme attention to detail, and we’ll help you pursue and fulfill what drives you – so we can deliver extraordinary solutions for a better tomorrow, together.     

Here's what you'll need

•    Bachelor’s Degree in Fire Protection, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or related Engineering 

•    Professional Engineering (PE) license or ability to obtain within six months of hire preferred

•    4+ years technical experience in a fire protection engineering or a consulting role involving fire protection and fire alarm systems for industrial facilities 

•    Working knowledge of building and fire codes, and NFPA and FM design standards 

•    Understanding or applied use of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)

•    Working knowledge of AutoCAD or MicroStation, and Revit/Revit MEP 

Ideally, you’ll also have: 

•    Ability to perform engineering responsibilities with independence and as part of a larger team

•    Ability to review and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and design staff

•    Ability to communicate technical subjects clearly amongst peers, clients, and stakeholders 

•    Prior experience on projects as discipline/technical lead 

•    Desire to work on a variety of project types, sizes, and complexities 

•    Support knowledge of PHA/HAZOP, Dust Hazard, Dispersion, Explosion mitigation analyses, or the ambition to learn once onboard

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Posted Salary Range: Minimum

91,400.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

155,000.00

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 an unlimited 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 $91,400.00 to $155,000.00. 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 March 30, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

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 .

Locations

City State Country
Cary	North Carolina	United States
Cincinnati	Ohio	United States
Indianapolis	Indiana	United States
Conshohocken	Pennsylvania	United States

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Local area, Remote work

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