Interior Designer - Federal

Jacobs; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 75,300 - 117,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) + stock purchase

PPTO

Job summary

Jacobs, a leading design firm, is seeking an Interior Designer for its Federal Buildings Business Unit. You will provide programming, space planning, furniture layout and FF&E documentation for US government projects contracted by DoD, NASA, FAA and others.

You’ll produce construction drawings, coordinate with manufacturers, ensure compliance with codes, ADA and LEED, and collaborate with team members under the Federal Southeast Interior Design Group Lead.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design from a CIDA accredited school.
• 5+ years of experience in a commercial design environment.
• US Citizenship.
• Proficiency in REVIT, SketchUp, AutoCAD, MS Office Suite, Adobe Suite, Bluebeam, and Photoshop.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Understanding of building codes, ADA requirements, and LEED sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Provide programming, space planning, furniture layout and design.
• Prepare full SID and CID packages for FF&E documentation and procurement.
• Produce construction drawings and documentation for furniture and interior design.
• Coordinate furniture and space planning with manufacturers and vendors.
• Collaborate with the Federal Southeast Interior Design Group Lead and project teams.

Skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Attention to detail

Budget adherence

Sustainability

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design (CIDA accredited)

Tools

REVIT

SketchUp

AutoCAD

MS Office Suite

Adobe Suite

Bluebeam

Photoshop

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

Jacobs is a leading design firm in the Government, Commercial, Healthcare, Data Center and University sectors. We provide award winning architectural and engineering services in all phases of building design and construction. Our collaborative approach allows us to successfully deliver fully integrated professional services for a broad range of clients and project types worldwide.

At Jacobs, we help prepare people for new opportunities and challenges. With positions at every level, openings in multiple disciplines, expertise in a range of markets and offices around the globe, we create an environment where you can learn, grow, and thrive. From our competitive benefits program to our Health and Safety initiative of Beyond Zero workplace injuries, we believe that you'll find a flourishing career here at Jacobs.

Position Summary

The position is in the Federal Buildings Business Unit, and the project type is majority US Federal Government facilities that are contracted by Department of Defense clients (USACE, NAVFAC, etc.) as well as Federal Civilian clients to include NASA, FAA, GSA, OBO and Intelligence Community amongst many others. As an Interior Designer on our team, you’ll provide programming, space planning, furniture layout and design, furniture specifications, interior finish selections, specifications, and presentations to clients. You’ll compile, create, and specify full SID and CID packages for FF&E documentation and procurement. You’ll produce construction drawings and documentation for furniture and interior design, coordinate furniture and space planning, and collaborate with manufacturer representatives. You will work under the direction of the Federal Southeast Interior Design Group Lead.

The ideal candidate should be able to

• Collaborate well with other team members, consultants, and clients
• Understand and implement all design standards and criteria
• Manage time effectively in a fast‑paced environment, supporting multiple projects simultaneously
• Focus on attention to detail and quality
• Conform to budgets and schedules
• Maintain flexibility as workloads change
• Uphold excellence in design and sustainability
• Be able to travel as necessary for project requirements; some travel may be overseas

Here’s what you’ll need

• Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design from a CIDA accredited school
• At least 5 years of experience in a commercial design environment
• United States Citizenship
• Proficiency in REVIT, Sketch‑up, AutoCAD, MS Office Suite, Adobe Suite, Bluebeam, and Photoshop
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Understanding of building codes, ADA requirements, and LEED sustainability

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Ambition to take the NCIDQ exam

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 $75,300.00 to $117,600.00. 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.

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, please contact the team via Careers Support.