Impactful Low Voltage Systems Designer for K‑12

Salas O'Brien; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Salas O’Brien seeks a Technology & Low Voltage Systems Designer to plan and design low voltage systems for K–12 facilities and complex commercial projects. You will deliver compliant, scalable designs and collaborate with architects, engineers, school districts, and contractors to enhance learning environments and future-ready infrastructure.

The role requires AutoCAD/Revit proficiency, coordination across disciplines, and adherence to TIA/EIA, NEC, NFPA, BISCI standards.

Qualifications

• 3–10+ years of experience in low voltage systems design.
• Experience with K–12 or similar institutional projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (Revit/BIM experience preferred).
• Strong understanding of structured cabling and network design, including legacy analog and digital IP systems.
• Familiarity with AV, security, and life safety systems.
• Working knowledge of TIA/EIA, NEC, NFPA and BICSI standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and document low voltage systems for K–12 projects (cabling, network, AV, security, fire alarms).
• Prepare construction documents using AutoCAD and/or Revit
• Develop system layouts, riser diagrams, and technical project specifications
• Coordinate designs with architects, MEP engineers, and other consultants
• Participate in OAC meetings and client presentations
• Perform construction administration: submittals, RFIs, site observations
• Ensure compliance with codes: TIA/EIA, NEC, NFPA, ADA, and BISCI, plus California DSA where applicable

Skills

Low voltage design

AutoCAD

Revit/BIM

Structured cabling

Network design

AV systems

Security & life safety

Coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering / Telecommunications

Professional Engineer (PE) license

RCDD (BICSI) certification

CTS/CTS‑D (AVIXA) certification

NICET certification (fire alarm or low voltage)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM

Cisco/Crestron/Extron

Ekahau (wireless)

Job description

Salas O’Brien seeks a Technology & Low Voltage Systems Designer to plan and design low voltage systems for K–12 facilities and complex commercial projects. You will deliver compliant, scalable designs and collaborate with architects, engineers, school districts, and contractors to enhance learning environments and future-ready infrastructure.

The role requires AutoCAD/Revit proficiency, coordination across disciplines, and adherence to TIA/EIA, NEC, NFPA, BISCI standards.