- Associate or technical school degree, or combination of education and relevant experience
- 12+ years of related and progressively more responsible experience in the consulting engineering field focused on Electronic Security System (ESS) design
- Security Certification CPTED or PSP (ASIS Physical Security Professional) is preferred but not required.
- Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) is recommended but not required.
- Experience with U.S. building design codes and material-specific standards
- Revit Proficiency required
- Strong skills in Microsoft Office (with an emphasis on Excel and Word), Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD, acoustic calculation software like EASE, BIM360, and Bluebeam
As a
Senior Technical Designer - Electronic Security, you will work as part of a team developing structural solutions for a wide variety of projects. This may include manufacturing facilities, hospitals, airports, commercial buildings, and environmental structures.
About the RoleAs a Senior Technical Designer - Electronic Security, you will:
- Meet with owners/clients to determine electronic security system needs.
- Collaborate with Project Managers and clients to define project scope, security budgets, design strategies, and constraints
- Conduct threat and security analysis reports tailored to various facility types
- Produce contract documents including drawings, legends, details, single line diagrams, enlarged plans, elevations, and sections for sound technology design practice per Gresham Smith standards.
- Design cabling pathways such as conduits or cable tray systems as well as proper bonding systems.
- Maintain a high level of communication with other architects and other disciplines for coordination and setup requirements.
- Ensure accuracy by regularly updating plans to keep the model up to date for coordination.
- Assist in the development of electrical/technology design scope.
- Assist with design and layout of electrical/technology components or systems.
- Prepare redlines and clear direction for others on project team.
- Increase quality by the regular review of equipment lists comparing to system single line diagrams.
- Build greater knowledge base by attending manufacturer and vendor events.
- Review shop drawings in comparison to design documents and provide initial review with comments.
- Create narrative documents for addenda or other communications as directed by a member of the design team.
- Prepare addendas, ASIs, CCDs, and other submissions during the construction phase when providing changes to the construction team.
- Research codes, standards, equipment and construction methods.
- Assist in determining, analyzing and interpreting clients' needs and requirements.
- Collaborate with others to identify, define, and solve design issues and attend project meetings or internal team meetings, as requested.
- Implement security system types and provide complete construction documents that match the client and project team's requirements.
- Assist in conducting a final review of the technology drawings.
- Oversee projects and assist Project Managers with preparing and managing hours.
- Mentor and support the development of junior designers, with the expectation of assuming future direct supervisory responsibilities.
Join UsIf you're excited to bring your talents to a collaborative, people-first environment where you can make an impact while growing your career, we'd love to hear from you.
Here's what you can expect:Professional Growth: In-house Learning, Tuition Reimbursement, Licensure Support, Professional Organization Engagement.
Culture that Cares: 93% of employees say they feel cared for, and 96% are confident in our future success.
Competitive Benefits:
- Flexible Schedules & Generous PTO
- Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness Programs)
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Short- & Long-term Disability, Paid Life & AD&D
- Supplemental, Critical Care, Pet, Legal & ID Theft Insurance
- Family Planning and Parental Leave
- Mass/Public Transit Program
- Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program
