Principal Network/IT Design Engineer

Reed; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in London seeks a skilled Network/IT Design Engineer to lead the technical delivery of innovative ICT systems. Responsibilities include defining scope, producing detailed designs for structured cabling, WiFi systems, and more. Successful candidates will benefit from flexible working, profit-related bonuses, and comprehensive health care. Join us to shape the future of intelligent buildings.

Benefits

Discretionary Annual profit related bonus

Pension scheme

Flexible working

Private Health Care

Life assurance

Payment protection scheme

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in designing ICT systems and technical documents.
• Proficient in 2D AutoCAD and 3D BIM modeling.
• Strong ability to lead and collaborate with project teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical delivery of innovative ICT systems.
• Define scope and interfaces with clients.
• Produce detailed designs and specifications for ICT systems.

Skills

Technical Design

Stakeholder Collaboration

Systems Integration

AutoCAD

BIM Coordination

Job description

Are you ready to shape the future of intelligent buildings and mission-critical environments? We’re looking for a skilled Network/IT Design Engineer to join our dynamic team and lead the technical delivery of innovative ICT systems across high-profile projects.

You will be able to:

• Define Scope & Interfaces: Lead the creation of Demarcation Documents, clearly outlining scope, OFCI, and system interfaces.
• Design Excellence: Deliver Technical Design to RIBA Stage 4, updating and refining existing designs to meet evolving client needs.
• ICT Systems Design: Produce detailed designs and specifications for:
• Structured cabling (backbone & horizontal)
• WiFi systems
• DCIM
• Access Control (ACS), Intrusion Detection (IDS), and Video Surveillance Systems (VSS)
• Cabinet and containment layouts, coordinated with engineering teams
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with clients and project teams to ensure designs align with requirements and expectations.
• Technical Documentation: Generate 2D AutoCAD drawings and 3D BIM models in collaboration with internal Revit teams.
• Tender Support: Develop comprehensive technical specifications and tender documentation for ICT systems and equipment.
• Systems Integration: Support coordination with Pearl/STACK for seamless IT operations and security systems integration.

Company Overview

Black & White Engineering is a multi-award-winning engineering consultancy, with nearly 900 employees in teams based in our UK, European, Middle East and Asia Pacific offices.

We have been providing a wide range of Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) engineering consultancy services since 2007 and are now expanding our Civil and Structural Engineering division.

Our engineering expertise reaches across all sectors of the construction industry, providing pragmatic and practical design solutions to ensure our projects are spatially and operationally efficient. Our design process fully considers the installation and maintenance practicalities on site.

With Black & White's exponential growth over the last few years, numerous colleagues have progressed from engineering roles into leadership positions. You will be able to make an impact both internally and with clients and receive suitable recognition.

Benefits

• Discretionary Annual profit related bonus (normally between 6% and 10%, based on company performance)
• Pension (5% minimum contribution from the employee and 7% employer contributions)
• Flexible working - 3 days in office / 2 days WFH
• Private Health Care
• 4x life assurance
• Payment protection scheme (75% of your salary paid for up to 3 years if in long term sickness absence)
• 25 days holiday (option to purchase 5 extra days through salary sacrifice)
• Excellent personal / professional development opportunities

Ready to take the lead? Apply now and let’s build something extraordinary together.