Emerging Special Systems Designer: Aviation & Security

Burns & McDonnell; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell seeks an Assistant Staff Special Systems Designer to support project teams in creating world-class designs for a range of facilities, including airports, corporate, and industrial sites. You will adapt special systems, technology, infrastructure, or security plans per budget and client needs.

You will assist in design from concept through design completion, modify production drawings, and collaborate with senior engineers to develop drawings for low-voltage, security, and AV

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and drafting technology coursework required.
• Specialized CAD certification preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) experience.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Self-motivated with eagerness to grow in the field.
• Legal work authorization in the posting country.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing projects from conceptual phase through design completion.
• Modify production drawings for diverse projects (airports, corporate, industrial, etc.).
• Assist in design of special systems, technology, and security components as required by project managers.
• Apply knowledge of common special systems, technology, security concepts and procedures.
• Collaborate with senior engineers/designers to develop drawings and documents for special systems (low-voltage, security, AV).
• Research and compile project data; assist with specifications.
• Update drawings with corrections across CAD software.
• Assist in client presentations, shop drawing reviews, and contract administration.
• Contribute to project meetings and field inspections as needed.
• Perform other duties and comply with policies.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Leadership

Self-motivated

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Drafting technology coursework

Tools

CAD software

CAD certification

Job description

Burns & McDonnell seeks an Assistant Staff Special Systems Designer to support project teams in creating world-class designs for a range of facilities, including airports, corporate, and industrial sites. You will adapt special systems, technology, infrastructure, or security plans per budget and client needs.

You will assist in design from concept through design completion, modify production drawings, and collaborate with senior engineers to develop drawings for low-voltage, security, and AV