HDR

Principal Engineer, ICT/Security

HDR • $120K — $150K *
Toronto, ON M3C 0E3In-Person
Telecommunications & Hardware
15+ years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • Minimum of 20 years of experience
  • Professional engineering license (PE or P.Eng) required
  • Extensive experience in project execution
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and standard design software
  • Technical expert in engineering analysis and design
  • Commitment to employee-owned culture

Responsibilities

  • Complete various project tasks related to ICT/Security
  • Design cabling pathways and bonding systems
  • Meet with clients to assess and review their needs
  • Develop construction documents including design specs
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary project teams
  • Edit specifications for telecommunication or security projects
  • Assist with field problem resolution and troubleshooting

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment
  • Engage with emerging technologies in ICT/Security
  • Ability to influence project design and execution
  • Support for continuous learning and professional development
  • Active participation in an employee-owned culture
Full Job Description
In the role of Principal Engineer, ICT/Security, we'll count on you to:

  • The ICT/Security Specialist will be expected to complete a variety of project tasks including but not limited to the following:
  • General engineering knowledge of either the telecommunication (Horizontal/Backbone cabling) or electronic security systems (access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection etc.) and operational coordination with commercial hardware.
  • Show ability to design cabling pathways such as conduits or cable tray systems as well as proper bonding systems.
  • Meet with project clients to evaluate, define and review customer needs/objectives and ensure those requirements are meet within the project design.
  • Define and develop complete project related construction documents to include all design documents (SD, DD, CD) to show design intent, project specifications and assist with system related activities within all construction administration (CA) activities.
  • Coordinate with integrated, multidisciplinary project teams to develop functional requirements, system designs and other project related requirements.
  • Edit telecommunication or security specification specifically to the specific project.
  • Maintain knowledge of current industry product offerings and research new emerging technologies.
  • Assist in problem resolution and technical troubleshooting when field support is needed.
  • Perform other duties as needed


Preferred Qualifications

  • RCDD or PSP is preferred.
  • "Can-Do" and problem-solving mind-set.
  • Ability to work in different forms of computer softwares such as Building Information Modeling (BIM); "Revit", PDF software, Microsoft and Google softwares. Familiarity working with AI LLMs and AI enhanced tools.
  • Strong communication and listening skills. Ability to handle multiple concurrent assignments
  • Good organizational skills, confident curiosity, strong analytical judgment, leadership potential
  • Ability to rigorously audit, validate, and verify all AI-generated outputs (calculations, code interpretations, and designs) against engineering fundamentals and regulations.
  • Ability to meet deadlines, handle multiple tasks independently, on schedule and under budget.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).
  • Ability to work in a high-velocity environment managing multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail and workmanship quality.
  • Strong computer skills and a proficiency or able to work in Bluebeam and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to work in Revit, AutoCAD is a bonus. Must be able to learn new applications quickly.
  • Knowledge of engineering drawings and design standards and practices.
  • Strong desire for continuous learning and professional education.
  • Preference given to local candidates


Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • A minimum of 20 years of experience
  • Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
  • Extensive experience in project execution
  • Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office as well as standard design software.
  • Must be comfortable being viewed as a technical expert in engineering analysis and design and have proven background of technical leadership on these types of projects
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture

About HDR

HDR is an architecture, engineering, and consulting firm based in Omaha, Nebraska. The company was founded in 1917 as Henningson Engineering Company and has since grown to become one of the largest engineering firms in the United States. HDR provides a wide range of services, including architecture, engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management. The company has worked on a number of high-profile projects, including the Hoover Dam Bypass and the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge. HDR is committed to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area by organizations such as the U.S. Green Building Council.
Learn more about HDR
Size
10,000 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Founded
1917
* Ladders Estimates

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