Architect-Associate (Data Centers)

Architect-Associate 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 This job opportunity is available at ANY location in the United States. Ideally, selected candidates will be near a JACOBS U.S. based office, but we intend to hire the best candidates. Responsibilities At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions in Architecture. By joining us as an Associate Architect, you’ll research, program, plan, design, and administer building projects for clients in a variety of industries (examples include data center, commercial and advanced manufacturing), apply knowledge of architectural design, work on zoning, building codes, and building systems and materials. You’ll also have the chance to utilize your technical expertise to mentor other professionals including less experienced Architects and Designers working closely with technical and engineering discipline leads. This is a hybrid all US location opportunity, allowing candidates the flexibility to work remotely and report into a local Jacobs office for team meetings and collaboration. Your role will include delivering excellence in all phases of projects, from planning through construction administration and close‑out, maintaining firm‑wide quality standards while working closely with technical leadership and engineering discipline leads to understand design intent and goals for successful implementation for various building design projects. Qualifications Bachelor in Architecture from an accredited Architectural Program 5+ years of professional experience Demonstrated program experience in the usage of Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office and Adobe suite Extensive experience with building codes and other regulations required Understanding of scopes of work, developing budgets, and reviewing schedules Ability to work well across multiple teams and lead small architectural teams Ability to travel to project sites in the US Preferred Qualifications Masters in Architecture Professional Architectural License and be able to be licensed in multiple states Experience with designing advanced facilities (Data Centers, Life Science or other Industrial Facilities that also include office environments) Participation in professional organizations LEED AP credentials Benefits 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 $91,400.00 to $125,600.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Equal Opportunity Statement 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. Additional Information Job posted on June 30, 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 Jacobs