Fire Protection Engineer (LSNA-PA)

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.    • 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• 5+ 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• 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 stakeholdersIdeally, you’ll also have:• Understanding or applied use of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)• Working knowledge of AutoCAD or MicroStation, and Revit/Revit MEP• 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#LifeSciences, #Bio/Pharma, #EPCMV, #globallifescience#LI-SH1Jacobs 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. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.

Created: 2026-03-10