ICT / Security Designer

hdr; United States; On-site; USD 64,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

HDR is seeking an ICT / Security Designer in Chicago, IL. You will evaluate and apply state-of-the-art low voltage technology systems, designs and modifications to support critical infrastructure across data centers and commercial environments.

You will collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and civil teams to deliver construction documents, specifications and secure communications networks. HDR values employee ownership, diversity and excellence as we power progress in built environments.

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 proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Visio

Autodesk

Job description

ICT / Security Designer – (196828)
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?

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you’re optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

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, respectful 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.
We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Illinois: $63,756.00 – $91,080.00

Primary Location

: United States-Illinois-Chicago

Industry

: Building Engineering

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

: Regular
BusinessClass: Information Communication Technology (ICT)/Security

Job Posting

: Oct 6, 2026

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

We are an Aff

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