Mission Critical - Technology Designer

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Work with lead designer on technology portion of projects to remain responsive, exceed client expectations, meet multi-disciplinary objectives, and adhere to project budget and schedule requirements. Assist lead designer to prepare designs for technology systems and provide support during project construction administration phase.

TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Support the delivery of Information technology, electronic safety and security, and audio-visual system projects from planning stages to completion under the supervision of the Lead Designer/Engineer.  
• Mission Critical experience preferred.    
• Observe BICSI, AVIXA, and ASIS standards and industry best practices in design and product utilization.
• Understand the design intent and assist with its documentation
• Work closely with internal company disciplines providing design to achieve full coordination from inception to project completion.
• Develop cabinet layouts, equipment rack elevations and jack-field layouts, etc.
• Assist with required code research for project assignments 
• Assist with material and product research as required for project development
• Participate in internal and/or external project meetings as required by scope and schedule
• Coordinate with the team as directed to provide written documentation where needed
• Assist with responding to requests for information and submittal reviews under the direction of the Lead Designer/Engineer.
• Participate in technical reviews through all phases of the project to meet HED expectations for quality and project performance
• Other assignments as directed by the project team or supervisor

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Commitment to taking Registered Communication Distribution Designer (RCDD) designation exam.
• Interest in and enthusiasm for sustainable design strategies. 
• Level of experience from newly graduated to five years
• Ability to work virtually and communicate efficiently across geographies with multiple project teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Strong organizational skills 
• Experience with AutoCAD and Revit preferred
• Very detail-oriented, self-motivated, enthusiastic, and flexible 
• Ability to work well with others under deadline situations 
• A commitment to the principles of Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
• A desire to work at an organization where growth and positive impact is crucial.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Capable of traveling to and from project sites to attend client, project, and construction meetings 
• Ability to access existing and new project sites for the purposes of project observation, investigation, and evaluation. 
• Ability to use equipment for communication and documentation purposes. 
• Visual acuity to perform responsibilities.