ICT / Security Designer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR in Chicago is seeking an ICT / Security Designer to evaluate and apply state-of-the-art low voltage systems, including structured cabling, outside plant, and fiber-optic networks for healthcare and commercial projects.

You will contribute to construction documents and specifications, participate in design reviews, and support the implementation of nurse call, patient monitoring and other medical technology systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or combination of education and relevant experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and apply state-of-the-art low voltage technology systems, techniques, procedures, designs and modifications.
• Understand technology infrastructure systems, including communications structured cabling, outside plant systems and fiber-optic systems.
• Understand medical technology systems design such as nurse call, patient EETV, physiological monitoring, EMS radio and distributed antenna systems.
• Assist in preparation construction documents and specifications.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Visio

Autodesk

RCDD certification

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of ICT / Security Designer, we'll count on you to:

• Evaluate and apply state-of-the-art low voltage technology systems, techniques, procedures, designs and modifications
• Understand technology infrastructure systems, including communications structured cabling, outside plant systems and fiber-optic systems
• Understand medical technology systems design such as nurse call, patient EETV, physiological monitoring, EMS radio and distributed antenna systems
• Assist in preparation construction documents and specifications
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• RCDD (Registered Communication Distribution Designer) certification is helpful
• Familiarity with MS Visio, Autodesk .

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or combination of education and relevant experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

United States-Illinois-Chicago

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Oct 6, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges.