Lead Life Safety Systems Engineer for Data Center Projects

Jacobs; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Life Safety Systems Engineer in Ireland to design fire alarm, smoke, leak detection, security and intrusion systems for leading manufacturing and data centre facilities. You’ll create 3D BIM models and 2D drawings, perform calculations, and size equipment while coordinating with architects and engineers to ensure constructable, code-compliant systems.

You’ll interface with client counterparts, lead a design team, and apply NFPA and IBC standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or sciences.
• Knowledge & application of NFPA 70 (NEC) and electrical design requirements.
• Knowledge & application of NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, and NFPA 72 Fire Alarm and Signalling Code.
• Knowledge & application of NFPA 400 Hazardous Materials Code.
• Familiar with IBC and NFPA 1 Fire Code as they pertain to LSS.
• Design experience with security, access control, intrusion detection and CCTV.
• Design experience with Fire Alarming, VESDA systems, HPM, and Leak Detection.
• Experience leading a team of LSS design staff.
• Knowledge of design and construction specifications.
• Experience estimating and scheduling mid to large scale projects.

Responsibilities

• Design Life Safety and Security Systems for client facilities.
• Interface with clients to refine facility requirements.
• Lead delivery of complex packages with engineers and design leads.
• Produce 2D/3D BIM deliverables and 3D models in AutoCAD/Revit.
• Coordinate with architects and other engineers to ensure constructability.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Life Safety Design

Project Leadership

Client Interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or sciences

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a Life Safety Systems Engineer in Ireland to design fire alarm, smoke, leak detection, security and intrusion systems for leading manufacturing and data centre facilities. You’ll create 3D BIM models and 2D drawings, perform calculations, and size equipment while coordinating with architects and engineers to ensure constructable, code-compliant systems.

You’ll interface with client counterparts, lead a design team, and apply NFPA and IBC standards.