Jacobs · 13 hours ago
Senior Fire Protection Engineer
New Orleans, LA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$133K/yr - $233K/yr
10+ years expJacobs is a company focused on solving the world's most critical problems through innovative engineering solutions. As a Senior Fire Protection Engineer, you will collaborate with experienced professionals to design and execute fire protection systems for various building projects, ensuring safety and compliance with relevant codes and standards.
Civil EngineeringConsultingCyber SecurityIndustrialIndustrial EngineeringInformation TechnologyInfrastructureProfessional ServicesReal Estate
No H1B
U.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Kristin Sinkins
Responsibilities
Directing the activities of design staff to produce drawings and calculations for fire sprinkler systems, special hazards suppression systems, fire pumps, fire alarm and mass notification, and building/life safety codes analysis
Providing support to teams on critical projects
Fostering a culture of continuous learning and inclusion
Working alongside professional engineers and designers
Gaining exposure to project coordination, relevant computer-assisted engineering software, data collection and so much more
Encouraged to apply if interested in a career in fire protection engineering
Bringing creativity, ambitious spirit, extreme attention to detail, and a willing-to-learn attitude
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Fire Protection Safety Technology or anything related
At least 10 years of related experience
United States Citizenship
Preferred
Familiarity with NFPA and ICC codes and standards
Willingness to travel to jobs sites around the world (estimate around 10-15% travel)
Experience in fire sprinkler, suppression, and fire alarm system layout utilizing hydraulic calculation programs, and knowledge of NFPA Codes, and International Building and Fire Codes
PE in any US State, having passed the fire protection engineering examination
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Basic life insurance
401(k) plan
Ability to purchase company stock at a discount
Deferred compensation plan
Executive Deferral Plan
Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO)
Seven paid holidays
Caregiver leave
Merit increases
Performance discretionary bonus
Stock
Company
Jacobs
Jacobs leads the global professional services sector delivering solutions for a more connected, sustainable world.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.1B2023-08-18Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2023-02-16Post Ipo Debt· $500M
1980-09-26IPO
Leadership Team
Bob Pragada
Chair & Chief Executive Officer at Jacobs
Paul Friedman
CTO, StreetLight Data
Recent News
2026-02-03
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