Designer I (Entry Level)Job SummaryThe Designer I is an entry-level member of the IES Design Branch responsible for supporting the development of telecommunications and low-voltage infrastructure designs. Working under the direction of a Lead Designer or Senior Designer, the Designer I assists in preparing construction drawings, learning industry standards, and supporting multiple projects while developing technical and professional design skills.
Primary Responsibilities- Support Lead Designers and Senior Designers in preparing telecommunications and low-voltage construction documents.
- Assist with AutoCAD and Revit drawing production and revisions.
- Learn structured cabling systems including copper, fiber, pathways and telecommunications spaces.
- Prepare floor plans, rack elevations, single-line diagrams and installation details.
- Incorporate redline markups into construction documents.
- Assist with quantity takeoffs and bills of material.
- Participate in project coordination meetings.
- Maintain project documentation and drawing files.
- Learn TIA, BICSI, NEC and client standards.
- Support QA/QC reviews prior to drawing issuance.
- Complete assigned training and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications- High School Diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
- 0-2 years of telecommunications, construction, CAD or related experience.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Career PathDesigner II • Designer III • Lead Designer
Min
USD $75,000.00/Yr.
Max
USD $105,000.00/Yr.
Qualifications
Physical and Mental Requirements:- Must be self-motivated, positive in approach, able to help create, develop and implement project process improvement(s).
- Must promote the company culture and mission to all employees, vendors, clients and business partners.
- Must have proven high skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including but not limited to, specifications, reporting and quality requirements.
- Must be able to travel within the branch territory and/or regional territory as needed.
- Must be able to manage multiple projects/estimates and present a high level of organization.
Education, Certification, License, and Skill Requirements:- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree preferred.
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience in customer interface, such as liaison between the customer and the company.
- RCDD preferred, but not required.
- Structured Cabling industry experience preferred but not required.
- Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project).
- Must meet company minimum driving standards.
- Must have the proven ability to design, engineer, estimate and develop a written and graphic representation of the company's proposed solutions utilizing the software resources provided by the company.
- Must possess proven problem solving skills, critical thinking skills and the ability to effectively read, write and give oral presentation(s).
License Required
No
Workplace Type
Remote
