Job Description
Life Safety Systems/Fire Alarm Engineer SME Jacobs - 3.9 Philadelphia, PA Job Details $120,000 - $150,000 a year 20 hours ago Benefits Caregiver leave Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Construction specifications Data center experience Electrical system design Bachelor's degree in engineering Mentoring Design engineering NFPA 70 compliance Fire alarm system design Fire protection systems National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies Full Job Description Location Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Capabilities Drafting and Design Office Setup Hybrid Job ID #40703 Market Advanced Manufacturing 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
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 Providingdesign guidance and explaining best practicesbased 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 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, NFPA101
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 Posted Salary Range:
Minimum 120,000.00 Posted Salary Range:
Upper 150,000.00 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 $120,000.00 to $150,000.00. 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 June 10, 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.
