Instrumentation & Fire Alarm Engineer

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

Are you an experienced I&C / Fire Alarm Engineer looking for an opportunity in Boise, Idaho to work on cutting-edge industrial and commercial projects? At Jacobs, we design and build facilities that power the heart of our clients’ businesses—and we’re looking for talented professionals to join our team.

Why This Role Matters

As part of our multi-disciplinary engineering team, you’ll play a key role in delivering innovative solutions that keep critical operations running. This is more than a job—it’s a chance to make an impact, grow your expertise, and work on projects that set new standards in performance and reliability.

What You’ll Do

• Design and develop instrumentation and fire alarm systems for state-of-the-art industrial and commercial facilities.
• Create electrical circuit and panel designs for control applications.
• Develop control systems for diverse processes and optimize automation strategies.
• Ensure technical quality and schedule compliance for complex engineering tasks.
• Provide on-site support during startup and coordinate activities across disciplines.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in instrumentation, fire alarm systems, and process control design.
• Strong understanding of electrical circuits, control applications, and automation.
• Ability to collaborate in a highly interactive, multi-discipline team environment.

Why Join Us

• Impactful Work Your designs will support mission-critical operations.
• Professional Growth Access to training, mentorship, and career development.
• Collaborative Culture Work with experts who value innovation and teamwork.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and help us build the future of industrial and commercial facilities. Bring your curiosity, talent for multi-tasking and collaboration, and extreme organizational skills and we’ll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what drives you – so we can make big impacts on the world, together.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor’s degree from an ABET-accredited program in Electrical, Fire Protection, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification
• At least 4 years of experience working with Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) and Life Safety Systems (LSS)
• Ability to generate complete I&C/LSS design packages (e.g. P&IDs, I/O lists, wiring diagrams, control narratives, etc.) with minimal supervision/oversight
• Working knowledge of PLC, DCS, and other controls applications
• Working knowledge of Fire Alarm and Life Safety System regulations/requirements

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Fire Alarm System NICET Certification
• Experience related to semiconductor fabrication facilities
• Experience reviewing vendor submittal packages against client requirements and specifications
• Field experience interacting with subcontractors and construction personnel
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Navisworks software
• Working knowledge of UL 508A for industrial control panel design
• Working knowledge of NFPA 72 for fire alarm and signaling code
• Familiarity with Siemens PLC systems
• Familiarity with Edwards EST3 and EST4 Fire Alarm Control Systems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Forward thinking, eager to learn best practices, and contribute with innovative ideas
• Displayed ability to learn quickly and driven to broaden knowledge base
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively in a variety of teams, including multi-disciplinary teams
• Passion for buildings and construction

Other Requirements

Location

• This is an on-site position requiring work to be performed on the client site in Boise, ID.
• Candidate must be willing to commute to the site Monday-Friday during normal business hours – nominally 800 am to 500 pm with some flexibility based on ability of site to support and employee preference.
• Relocation assistance may be provided for qualified candidates.

Physical Requirements

• Position requires field visits and walks at an active client site in various stages of construction. Applicants must be able to walk long distances, sit and stand for extended periods, bend, stoop, twist, crawl, climb ladders, work on catwalks, work in small spaces, lift and carry up to 25lbs.

Authorized to Work

• Applicant must complete background check, drug screen and be fully authorized to work for any client in the United States. Jacobs will not sponsor or continue a visa for this position.

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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 $69,500.00 to $95,500.00. 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. Job posted on January 08, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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