Design Architect

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 As a Design Architect working with the Advanced Facilities group, you will help us design state-of-the-art mission critical, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, life sciences buildings, and other advanced facilities powering our virtual world today and into the future. Working with our team in Pittsburgh, PA , you will have the opportunity to support business development and client engagement, as well as promote overall design quality. You will be part of a team performing conceptual, layout, and detailed design tasks, coordinating design and construction activities, studies, and various analyses. You’ll also have the chance to utilize your technical expertise mentoring junior team members. As a Design Architect, you will Under general supervision, competently perform all conventional aspects of architectural design and analysis Plan and conduct work requiring judgement and evaluation, selection and adaptation of architectural techniques and criteria Exercise sound judgement and problem-solving skills, not hesitating to reach out to others for guidance or confirmation when questions arise. Exhibit a high level of attention to detail and quality control Be committed to to checking your own work, reaching out to peers and seniors for guidance when questions arise. Perform checking of others' work. Be responsible for managing your own workload, making and keeping commitments, and taking ownership of your assigned work Work in a timely, accurate, and cost-effective manner with strong attention to detail. Develop leadership and coaching skills Provide technical guidance and mentorship to designers and less experienced architects. Motivate and coordinate small to medium sized architecture teams. Be proactive in advancing workflows, systems, and tools within the architectural discipline. Embrace emerging technologies. Embrace new technologies. On an assigned project Lead a team of designers responsible for an area of design in the technical design, construction drawings, specifications, and model creation. Attend project meetings and take an active role to help team resolve concerns and solve problems across all disciplines. Participate in internal, cross-discipline, and external project quality reviews. Bring your creativity, ambitious spirit, and desire to bring value to your team, and we’ll help you grow, pursue, and fulfill what drives you – so we can deliver extraordinary solutions for a better tomorrow, together. Here’s what you'll need Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited Architectural program Professional Architecture license in US At least 7 years of architecture experience Experience with building codes and specifications Proficiency with Revit Effective interpersonal, leadership, and collaboration skills Solid verbal and written communication skills Ability to work onsite for construction work Ideally, you’ll also have Experience with semiconductor, mission critical, life sciences, mission critical, bio pharma, life sciences buildings, or other advanced facilities Experience with with Sketch up, Adobe Suite, Bluebeam Revu, and Navisworks LEED accredited Desire to travel #afelectronics 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 $85,000.00 to $116,800.00. 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 March 27, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days. 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 (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support. #J-18808-Ljbffr