DLR Group

Electronic Security System Designer

DLR Group • $80K — $140K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) certification required.
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in telecommunications cabling infrastructure design.
  • Experience with Building Construction documents essential.
  • Proficient in BIM (Autodesk Revit) and AutoCAD.
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
  • Experience coordinating designs with various architectural and engineering disciplines.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in setting project objectives and documentation standards.
  • Collaborate with client IT staff to capture project needs.
  • Design complete telecommunications cabling infrastructure.
  • Draft and specify telecom cabling plans and architectural specifications.
  • Create detailed reports and narratives on telecom systems.
  • Coordinate telecom design with other engineering fields.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Disability and wellness programs offered.
  • Flexible spending account options.
  • Generous paid holidays and time off policy.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employee stock ownership.
  • Bonus opportunities based on performance.
Full Job Description
DLR Group's Telecommunications + Security Design team has an opening for an Electronic Security System Designer. This role could be based in the following cities:
  • Atlanta
  • Charlotte
  • Cleveland
  • Dallas
  • Denver
  • Fort Worth
  • Houston
  • Los Angeles
  • Phoenix
  • Portland
  • Omaha
  • Overland Park
  • Washington, DC

Position Summary

As a Telecommunications Designer at DLR Group you will be responsible for preparing the design of telecommunications Network Cabling Infrastructure from schematic design through construction administration on a wide range of building types.

As part of our integrated design team, you will create buildings that elevate the human experience through design. You will be responsible for participating in the design process of technology systems, preparing detailed Telecommunication plans and specifications.

What you will do:
  • Assist in developing project objectives, goals, and documentation policies
  • Meet with client's IT staff to determine project requirements and goals
  • Develop telecommunications cabling infrastructure designs from concept through completion of construction
  • Prepare telecom cabling infrastructure plans and specifications
  • Prepare detailed telecom systems reports and narratives
  • Coordinate Telecom design requirements with architecture, structure, mechanical, electrical, and other disciplines

Required Qualifications:
  • Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) certification through BICSI
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in the Evaluation/Design of Telecommunications Cabling Infrastructure Systems
  • Experience with Building Construction documents
  • Experience with BIM (i.e., Autodesk Revit) and AutoCAD workflow
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Ability to work within an active, multi-disciplined environment
  • Ability to meet deadlines for multiple projects
  • Ability to design and detail telecommunications plans and specifications in conjunction with in-house architects, engineers, and specialty design staff
  • Availability to travel for job meetings, site visits and project interviews
  • Proficiency with a PDF mark-up tool (such as Bluebeam)

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with a consulting engineering or A/E firm as a telecom cabling infrastructure designer
  • Experience with sustainable building design
  • Experience in facility types that coincide with the firm's market channels, which include K-12 Education, Higher Education, Healthcare, Justice + Civic, Sports, and Workplace
  • A degree from an accredited university in a field(s) relevant to telecommunications design, including electrical engineering, or other related discipline

#LI-MIS

Our comprehensive Benefits at DLR Group include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401(k) plan, employee stock ownership, and bonus opportunities. Compensation considerations are based on location, experience, and skills. The suggested pay range for this position is:

Pay Range

$80,000-$140,000 USD

DLR Group follows a four-day in-office work model, with employees having the flexibility to work somewhere other than the office on Fridays.

About DLR Group

DLR Group is a leading architecture and engineering firm that was founded in 1966. The company is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska and has offices throughout the United States and abroad. DLR Group provides a wide range of services including architecture, engineering, planning, and interior design. The company is committed to sustainability and has a strong reputation for designing high-performance buildings that are energy-efficient and environmentally responsible. DLR Group is also involved in the community and supports various local organizations and events.
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