Communications Systems Designer (RCDD) - Federal

Jacobs; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 111,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Stock purchase program

Unlimited PTO

Seven paid holidays

Caregiver leave

Deferred compensation plan

Executive Deferral Plan

Hybrid work policy

Job summary

Jacobs in Austin, TX is seeking a Communications Systems Designer to contribute to the full design process for building projects, including telecommunications, electronic security, audio-visual systems, and related technologies.

The role requires US citizenship and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in active communications systems, with proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with ANSI/TIA and BICSI standards. The position is remote/office hybrid with nationwide collaboration.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship is required.
• BICSI RCDD is required.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience of active communications systems for buildings is required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, Outlook) is required.
• Familiarity with ANSI/TIA and BICSI standards required.
• Familiarity with CSI Divisions 27 & 28 is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Strong interpersonal and time management skills are required.
• HS Diploma, or equivalent is required.
• Self-motivation to coordinate with other disciplines and customers is required.
• Proficiency in communicating technical information to engineering staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical design of systems for building projects including telecommunications, electronic security, audio-visual systems, and related technologies.
• Prepare engineering drawings, specifications, reports, and review technical documents.
• Complete project assignments with minimal supervision and direct staff to support project work.

Skills

US Citizenship

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Technical communication

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

BS in Electrical Engineering (preferred)

PE license (preferred)

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs our Communications Systems Designers work on various projects, as assigned by organization leadership or Project Managers. This position will play a role in the entire design process including but not limited to preliminary assessments, concept creation, design, problem resolution, drawing and specification production, and construction administration.

Candidates must hold an active RCDD credential with proven experience in communications infrastructure design. An Electrical Engineering degree and PE license are preferred; candidates without a PE should possess strong technical knowledge of power requirements for communications systems, particularly rack and cabinet design and coordination.

The Communications Systems Designer will work on several concurrent projects. This is a remote/office hybrid position based in Austin, TX. Telecommute from anywhere within the US while working remotely with project teams nationwide.

• Provide technical design of systems for building projects including telecommunications, electronic security, audio-visual systems, and related technologies
• Responsibilities include preparation of engineering drawings, specifications, reports, and review technical documents.
• Will be responsible for completing project assignments with minimal supervision as well as directing to support staff to complete a project

Here's what you'll need

• US Citizenship is required.
• BICSI RCDD is required.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience of active communications systems for buildings is required.
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs (such as Excel, Word, and Outlook) is required.
• Familiarity and demonstrated knowledge of ANSI/TIA and BICSI standards required.
• Familiarity with CSI Divisions 27 & 28 is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Strong interpersonal and time management skills are required.
• HS Diploma, or equivalent is required.
• Self-motivation to coordinate with other disciplines and customers is required.
• Proficiency in communicating technical information to engineering and related staff.

Ideally, You'll also Have

• Experience with Revit software is preferred.
• Experience with AutoCAD is preferred.
• BS in Electrical Engineering is preferred.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license is preferred.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $110,600.00 to $172,850.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on August 03, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.