Senior Engineer- Architect Aviation

Jacobs; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Extended leave options

Health and wellbeing events

Job summary

Jacobs is looking for an experienced Architect with strong expertise in airport terminal design to support the planning and execution of complex passenger terminal projects. You'll play a key role in collaborating with design leadership and multidisciplinary teams across structural, MEP, and other engineering disciplines.

This position demands excellent coordination and communication skills, along with a solid understanding of terminal operations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture and over 7 years of relevant experience.

Jacobs offers flexible working arrangements and a variety of benefits aimed at promoting health and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in airport terminal or large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating relevant design and coordination experience.
• In-depth knowledge of airport terminal operations and planning.

Responsibilities

• Develop concept designs and schematic designs.
• Lead architectural design coordination across multidisciplinary teams.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards.

Skills

BIM-based design expertise

Airport terminal planning

Architectural detailing

Client-facing experience

Coordination and communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

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

We are seeking an experienced Architect with strong expertise in airport terminal design to support the planning and execution of complex passenger terminal projects. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of terminal operations, demonstrate leadership in multidisciplinary coordination, and be confident in client‑facing environments.

This role involves close collaboration with senior design leadership and acting as a key architectural interface with planners, engineers, and specialist consultants throughout the concept and schematic design stages.

Key Responsibilities and Skills

• Develop concept designs, optioneering studies, and schematic designs within a BIM‑based environment.
• Lead and coordinate architectural design across multidisciplinary teams, including
  • Structural, MEP, Utilities, and Landscape disciplines
  • Airport systems consultants
  • Baggage Handling Systems (BHS)
  • Security, Lighting, Acoustics, Signage & Wayfinding consultants
• Demonstrate strong understanding of airport terminal planning
  • Security and regulatory requirements
  • Terminal zoning principles
  • Passenger flow and processing
  • Gate planning and operations
• Contribute to architectural detailing, including
  • Facade systems
  • Terminal roofing and skylight systems
  • Fixed link bridges
• Apply strong expertise in architectural detailing and material selection.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards such as
  • National Building Code (India)
  • NFPA 101
  • Accessibility standards applicable in India
• Support coordination with vendors and suppliers to evaluate and develop technical solutions.
• Participate in client presentations, design workshops, and review meetings.

Software Skills

• Revit
• AutoCAD
• Enscape
• Navisworks
• ACC / BIM 360
• MS Office

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong conceptual and technical design capabilities.
• Excellent coordination and communication skills.
• In‑depth knowledge of airport terminal operations and planning.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced, multidisciplinary environment.
• Client‑facing experience with strong presentation skills.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture.
• Proven 7+ years of experience in airport terminal or large‑scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating relevant design and coordination experience.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Extended leave options.
• Social, health and wellbeing events and initiatives.