Physical Security Engineer; Data Centers

Physical Security Engineer (Data Centers)

Base pay range: $/yr - $/yr. This role is available at any location in the United States; ideally near a Jacobs U.S. based office.

At Jacobs, we transform ideas into innovative solutions. If you thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment and enjoy working closely with clients in the Data Center market, this opportunity is for you.

• Work on various projects as assigned by a Department Manager or Lead Engineer, participating in the entire design process from preliminary assessments to concept creation.
• Lead designs with support from peers, SMEs, and BIM designers; resolve internal and external problems.
• Create drawings, specifications, and schematics; calculate video storage, bandwidth usage, and power loads.
• Coordinate across disciplines, identifying potential conflicts or inconsistencies with architectural, civil, electrical, and instrumentation teams.
• Ensure projects are completed on time.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline; master’s degree preferred.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license required.
• 12+ years of experience in planning, designing, and commissioning physical security systems and/or communications networks.
• In‑depth knowledge of physical security systems: video surveillance, access control, biometric systems, intrusion detection.
• Experience conducting vulnerability and risk assessments.
• Strong understanding of network technologies and cybersecurity principles.
• Professional security certifications (CISSP, CPP, PSP, etc.) are a plus.
• Project management experience is a plus.

• Evaluating emerging security technologies and performing trade‑offs (e.g., multi‑megapixel cameras vs. thermal imaging).
• Exceptional problem‑solving abilities.
• Collaboration and constructive feedback within team environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, Revit, ACC, BIM
  360, AutoCAD, Micro Station, and CSI design and construction specifications.
• Experience estimating and scheduling mid‑ to large‑scale design effort; knowledge of construction cost estimating for security implementation.

• Leading projects and managing resources.
• Mentoring junior staff.
• Design management experience.
• Experience in data center design.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you. 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, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave.

Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

• Seniority level:
  Not Applicable
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Information Technology
• Industries:
  Civil Engineering, Design Services, IT Services and Consulting

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.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment.

We value collaboration and believe in‑person interactions are crucial for both culture and delivery. We provide a hybrid working policy, allowing employees to split their work week between Jacobs offices and remote locations.

For reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please contact the team via Careers Support.

Job posted on January 08, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.