Lead RCDD Designer – Building Design

Olsson; United States; On-site; USD 89,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tailored development paths

Flexible work arrangements

Bonus program

Wellness program

Full benefits package

Job summary

Olsson's Facility Engineering and Design team seeks a Lead RCDD Designer to guide structured cabling and data center systems, mentor teammates, and serve as the technical resource for projects.

You will produce CAD/BIM drawings, coordinate across disciplines, visit sites, and uphold industry standards (BICSI, TIA/EIA, NFPA) while delivering high‑quality installations. This full‑time role offers national pay, flexible work options, and a path for growth within Olsson's collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• 6+ years CAD/BIM experience with Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, or similar software.
• Active RCDD certification required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience producing and reviewing complex engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Lead structured cabling and communications system design for data center environments.
• Produce detailed CAD/BIM drawings and system documentation.
• Mentor team members and serve as technical resource for internal teams and clients.
• Coordinate across disciplines and ensure design excellence from concept to completion.
• Visit sites as needed to verify conditions and support installations.

Skills

CAD/BIM experience

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

RCDD certification

Strong communication

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s in Drafting/Design

Tools

Navisworks

Job description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people‑centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

Olsson's Facility Engineering and Design (FED) Team is at the forefront of engineering innovation, providing comprehensive services for data centers, healthcare facilities, large commercial developments, educational institutions, and military installations. Our expertise includes technical analysis, design services, and professional consulting, ensuring top‑tier quality and world class installations. As a member of this team, you will contribute to diverse, high‑impact projects, delivering engineering solutions that make a tangible difference in communities and industries.

We’re looking for a Lead RCDD Designer—a technical expert who brings both precision and creativity to complex design challenges. In this role, you will guide structured cabling and communications system design efforts for data centers, mentor others in best practices, and serve as a key technical resource for both internal teams and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead structured cabling and communications system design for data center environments, ensuring reliability, scalability, and alignment with industry standards and client requirements.
• Leverage CAD/BIM tools to produce detailed engineering drawings including cable routing, equipment layouts, and system documentation for both new facilities and upgrades.
• Serve as the technical authority on RCDD requirements, providing direction, quality oversight, and innovative solutions throughout project delivery.
• Manage and oversee smaller projects from concept through completion, ensuring design excellence, clear communication, and seamless coordination across disciplines.
• Collaborate directly with data center clients, representing Olsson’s commitment to partnership, responsiveness, and exceptional service.
• Conduct site visits as needed to verify existing conditions, support installation progress, and ensure successful project outcomes in diverse field environments.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Team‑oriented mindset; collaborative and dependable.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Drafting, Design, or related field (preferred).
• 6+ years of CAD/BIM experience with Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, or similar software.
• Active RCDD certification (required).
• Experience producing and reviewing complex engineering drawings.
• Preferred experience with BIM 360, Navisworks, and other collaborative design tools.
• Understanding of structured cabling standards (BICSI, TIA/EIA, NFPA).
• Ability to interpret technical specs and coordinate across disciplines.
• Willingness to complete occasional job‑site visits.

Compensation

National Pay Range

$89,000 – $151,000 USD

Benefits

• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths.
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements.
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities.
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles.
• Full‑time employees receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.