Low-Voltage Tech Designer (Hybrid, ESOP)

IMEG; Naperville (IL); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Health insurance

Generous PTO

Dress for Your Day flexibility

Job summary

IMEG seeks a Technology Project Designer to lead analysis and design of low-voltage systems for Mission Critical & Healthcare. You’ll mentor staff, manage budgets, and coordinate with cross-functional teams on projects across education, institutional, and MEP markets.

You’ll collaborate with senior staff on complex work, stay current with ICT trends, and help ensure safety and quality across all designs while supporting a hybrid work model in multiple Midwest locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering/IT field or equivalent required.
• 3 years minimum in building design consulting; 4 years preferred.
• Experience with BIM and engineering software; strong client interaction skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design for IT cabling, audio/video, security, and other low-voltage systems.
• Create detailed designs, specs, and calculations per code and IMEG standards.
• Engage clients to understand needs and maintain relationships.
• Support project planning, budgeting, and scheduling within a team.
• Mentor junior staff and oversee design progress and documentation.
• Perform in-process design reviews and ensure QA/QC per IMEG standards.
• Stay current with industry trends and contribute to innovations.
• Assess safety risks and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Design techniques & specs

Electrical low-voltage systems

IT networking basics

Team mentorship

Engineering software tools

MS Office proficiency

Clear communication

Travel up to 30%

Education

BS in Electrical/ Electronics/ Computer Eng or related

3 years minimum experience in building design consulting

OR an Associate degree with BIM focus + 7+ yrs exp

Tools

BIM software

Engineering design software

MS Office Suite

Job description

IMEG seeks a Technology Project Designer to lead analysis and design of low-voltage systems for Mission Critical & Healthcare. You’ll mentor staff, manage budgets, and coordinate with cross-functional teams on projects across education, institutional, and MEP markets.

You’ll collaborate with senior staff on complex work, stay current with ICT trends, and help ensure safety and quality across all designs while supporting a hybrid work model in multiple Midwest locations.