Design Architect (LSNA)

Life Science 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

At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. If you’re interested in a long and rewarding career working with the industry’s best and most innovative engineers, then Jacobs is where you belong. We are looking for a driven and curious client-focused Intermediate Level Design Architecture Professional to grow with our team.

As a Design Architecture Professional on our team in Cincinnati, OH, you’ll be involved in a wide range of activities - from early feasibility studies, to production of detail design documents, to rapid technical assistance during construction.

We are looking for someone who is comfortable working directly with clients. Someone who can support our Jacobs Architecture Subject Matter Experts in developing feasibility studies, concept designs, and masterplans. A person who has excellent CAD / BIM skills including being able to prepare 3D visualization images to facilitate client decision making. We also want someone who is able to take design concepts and follow through with the necessary construction documentation, as well as coordinate with in-house engineering disciplines.

Bring your creativity, ambitious spirit and extreme attention to detail, and we’ll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what drives you – so we can deliver extraordinary solutions for a better tomorrow, together.

You'll have the responsibility to do the following:

• Ability to determine design objectives and approaches for project execution.

• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize tasks in support of multiple ongoing projects running concurrently.

• Ability to coordinate within a multi-disciplinary team structure.

• Ability to work independently.

• Ability to contribute to the development of new ideas, techniques, and standards.

• Experience with the implementation of the project process including programming, space planning, conceptual design, design development, and construction documents.

• Ability to communicate visually and verbally with team members and clients.

• Technical knowledge related to the application and specification of furniture systems, furnishings, and finish materials.

• Experience performing construction administration activities – responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, preparing field observation reports, and punch lists.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor’s degree or higher–level degree from an accredited Architecture school.

• Minimum of 2+ years of applicable professional experience.

• Proficiency in Revit, Sketch-Up, and AutoCAD.

• Technical knowledge related to the development of construction documents in Revit.

• Proficiency with MS Office, and PowerPoint, and Bluebeam Revu.

• United States Citizen.

Ideally, You’ll Also Have:

• Focus on Life Sciences projects.

• Familiarity with LEED and / or sustainable strategies.

• Familiarity with 3D visualization tools such as Enscape Render.

• Strong graphic presentation skills with proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign) applications.

• Construction administration experience.

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Posted Salary Range: Minimum

69,500.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

118,000.00

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 $118,000.00. 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 12, 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 .

Locations

City State Country
Cincinnati	Ohio	United States