Senior Fire Protection Engineer — Hybrid, Growth & Impact

Jacobs; Moon (VA); Hybrid; USD 132,900 - 182,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase

Paid holidays

Caregiver leave

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Senior Fire Protection Engineer to design Water Spray/Sprinkler and foam systems for large industrial facilities and to help develop comprehensive building safety plans. The role spans multi‑discipline teams and emphasizes creativity, collaboration, and rigorous attention to detail.

You will lead projects, mentor staff, and contribute from concept through construction; travel 10–20% is required.

Qualifications

• Lead projects and manage resources.
• Proficient with AutoCAD, Navisworks and Revit/MEP.
• PE license.
• Willingness to travel 10-20% of time.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of Water Spray/Sprinkler and foam systems for large industrial facilities with chemical hazards and help develop building safety plans.
• Deliver and complete challenging and engaging buildings projects within multi‑discipline teams.
• Lead and mentor junior staff and coordinate design through construction.

Skills

Leadership

Resource management

Mentoring

Project lifecycle experience

Travel ability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Fire Protection, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Master’s Degree in Fire Protection, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Revit/Revit MEP

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a Senior Fire Protection Engineer to design Water Spray/Sprinkler and foam systems for large industrial facilities and to help develop comprehensive building safety plans. The role spans multi‑discipline teams and emphasizes creativity, collaboration, and rigorous attention to detail.

You will lead projects, mentor staff, and contribute from concept through construction; travel 10–20% is required.