Design Architect (40133)

Jacobs; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 116,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) plan

Discounted company stock purchase

Paid holidays and caregiver leave

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Design Architect in Columbus, Ohio, to engage in advanced facilities design such as pharmaceutical and semiconductor buildings. The role involves performing quality architectural design, leading teams, and providing mentorship. Candidates should have a degree in architecture, a professional license, and at least 7 years of experience.

The position offers a competitive salary range from $85,000 to $116,800 and a hybrid working environment that promotes collaboration and flexibility. Benefits include health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of architecture experience.
• Ability to effectively communicate and work with teams.
• Experience with advanced facilities in architecture.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of architectural design and analysis.
• Lead teams on design projects and create construction documents.
• Mentor junior architects and improve workflow processes.

Skills

Architectural design and analysis

Revit proficiency

Leadership and mentorship

Building codes knowledge

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Professional Architecture license in US

Tools

SketchUp

Adobe Suite

Bluebeam Revu

Navisworks

Job description

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.

As a Design Architect working with the Advanced Facilities group, you will help us design state‑of‑the‑art mission‑critical, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, life‑sciences buildings, and other advanced facilities powering our virtual world today and into the future. Working with our team in Columbus, OH, you will have the opportunity to support business development and client engagement, as well as promote overall design quality. You will be part of a team performing conceptual, layout, and detailed design tasks, coordinating design and construction activities, studies, and various analyses. You’ll also have the chance to utilize your technical expertise mentoring junior team members.

Responsibilities

Under general supervision, competently perform all conventional aspects of architectural design and analysis:

• Plan and conduct work requiring judgement and evaluation, selection and adaptation of architectural techniques and criteria
• Exercise sound judgement and problem‑solving skills, not hesitating to reach out to others for guidance or confirmation when questions arise.

Exhibit a high level of attention to detail and quality control:

• Be committed to checking your own work, reaching out to peers and seniors for guidance when questions arise.
• Perform checking of others' work.

Be responsible for managing your own workload, making and keeping commitments, and taking ownership of your assigned work:

• Work in a timely, accurate, and cost‑effective manner with strong attention to detail.

Develop leadership and coaching skills:

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to designers and less experienced architects. Motivate and coordinate small to medium sized architecture teams.
• Be proactive in advancing workflows, systems, and tools within the architectural discipline. Embrace emerging technologies.

On an assigned project:

• Lead a team of designers responsible for an area of design in the technical design, construction drawings, specifications, and model creation.
• Attend project meetings and take an active role to help team resolve concerns and solve problems across all disciplines.
• Participate in internal, cross‑discipline, and external project quality reviews.

Qualifications

Essential qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited Architectural program
• Professional Architecture license in US
• At least 7 years of architecture experience
• Experience with building codes and specifications
• Proficiency with Revit
• Effective interpersonal, leadership, and collaboration skills
• Solid verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work onsite for construction work

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with semiconductor, mission‑critical, life‑sciences, bio‑pharma buildings, or other advanced facilities
• Experience with SketchUp, Adobe Suite, Bluebeam Revu, and Navisworks
• LEED accredited
• Desire to travel

Salary & Benefits

Base salary range: $85,000.00 – $116,800.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and in the things you care about. 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. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

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 27, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Working Environment

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 during the recruitment process (for example, if you require the application form in a different format), please let us know via the application portal.