Building Technicians

Kanz; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 91,100 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading multidisciplinary engineering firm in Irvine, California is seeking a Building Technology Systems Consultant to specialize in the design of Telecommunications and Security systems. You will collaborate with clients and design teams on various projects. A degree in engineering and 3–5 years of relevant experience are required. The position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience designing high-end Security and Telecommunications systems for 3–5 years.
• Ability to work directly with clients and other stakeholders.
• Understanding of local and national codes related to technology systems.

Responsibilities

• Design Telecommunications and Security systems for projects.
• Coordinate with clients to gather design requirements.
• Prepare technical drawings in collaboration with production staff.

Skills

Telecommunications systems design

Security systems design

Effective communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

B.S. in engineering or equivalent

Tools

REVIT

CAD

Job description

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About the Job

This opportunity is with WSP USA Buildings, Inc., an award-winning multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm. We are looking for a Building Technology Systems Consultant specializing in Telecommunications & Security systems design for our Irvine, California office. Riverside and San Diego will be considered as well. WSP works closely with architects and owners from around the world on large, complex projects with a focus on sustainability and energy performance of the built environment.

Your Impact

• Provide designs for Telecommunications systems (structured cabling, telecom spaces, and pathway infrastructure) and Electronic Safety & Security systems (IP video surveillance, access control, intercom).
• Coordinate with clients to gather and document system and design requirements.
• Create design narratives and coordinated construction documents (drawings and CSI specifications).
• Complete deliverables including technical drawings in coordination with REVIT/CAD production staff.
• Participate in project meetings (local and out-of-town) with the design team and clients.
• Participate in construction meetings, review and respond to technology system submittals and RFIs.
• Perform site surveys to document construction progress.
• Coordinate integration of security and telecommunications systems with other intelligent building systems (BMS, lighting control, AV, etc.).
• Understand local and national codes and industry standards (NEC, IBC, NFPA, BICSI, EIA/TIA) related to the design and operation of Security and Telecommunications systems.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Possess a four‑year degree (B.S. in engineering preferred) or equivalent combination of technical degree and related work experience designing technology systems for buildings.
• 3–5 years’ experience actively designing high‑end Security and Telecommunications systems for the AEC consulting and engineering industry.
• Integrator or specialty consultant experience would also be considered.
• Design experience for Security and Telecommunications systems for buildings’ projects of various types and sizes (Healthcare, Commercial office, Hospitality, Science and Technology, High‑rise Residential, Mission Critical).
• Design experience related to Audiovisual, DAS and/or Data Network/Wi‑Fi/Telephony is a plus but not required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an emphasis on the ability to organize and present design information to clients.
• Highly proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software.
• Experience working directly with clients including architects and building owners.
• Industry certification (ASIS CPP, BICSI RCDD, AVIXA CTS/D, Cisco CCNA, etc.) is a plus although not required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Revit experience desired.

Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. Benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation; paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation

Expected Salary (all locations): $91,100 - $115,00. WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

EEO Statement

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.