RCDD Communications Designer - Federal

Black & Veatch; Overland Park (KS); Hybrid; USD 103,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

Flexible work schedules

401k plan

Job summary

Black & Veatch Special Projects Corp. is seeking a Federal Telecommunications Engineering Specialist. The role involves leading communication designs, coordinating with multiple disciplines, and delivering comprehensive design drawings, specifications, and analyses.

You will work with a BIM/CAD team, perform quality control, and manage budgets and schedules. Mentorship and fieldwork may be involved. There is a focus on NEC, IEEE, EIA, TIA, and BICSI standards, with opportunities to influence

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering technology or sciences is required or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of related work experience.
• RCDD certification is required; CTS-D preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead communication designs and coordinate with other disciplines.
• Create conceptual and detailed systems designs, including drawings, specs and analyses.
• Coordinate with BIM/CAD team for drawing production.
• Perform quality control and independent technical reviews.
• Manage budgets, scopes and schedules.
• Mentor and guide less experienced staff.

Skills

ICT standards

Structured cabling

OSP design

AV system design

RCDD

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering technology or sciences

Tools

BIM/CAD

Job description

Date: Oct 6, 2026

Location: Overland Park, KS, US Arlington, VA, US Phoenix, AZ, US Atlanta, GA, US Tualatin, OR, US Houston, TX, US Cary, NC, US Greenwood Village, CO, US Bloomington, MN, US Ann Arbor, MI, US Dallas, TX, US Orlando, FL, US

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

Company : B&V Special Projects Corp.

Req Id : 117501

Opportunity Type : Staff

Relocation eligible : No

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Why Black & Veatch?

At Black & Veatch, you’ll be part of work that matters—designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution.

We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other—speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives.

You’ll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world—gaining hands‑on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.

Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee-owned company, employees share in the long-term success we build together.

With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you’ll build a career you can be proud to stand behind.

The Opportunity

As the Federal Telecommunications Engineering Specialist, you will have the opportunity to:

• Lead communication designs and coordinate with other disciplines
• Create conceptual and detailed systems designs, including producing design drawings, specifications and design analysis deliverables
• Coordinate with a BIM/CAD team for drawing production
• Perform quality control duties and independent technical reviews
• Manage assigned budgets, scopes and schedules
• Mentor and provide guidance/instruction to less experienced staff members
• May perform fieldwork and write assessment reports
• May assist with creation of design guides and templates
• May provide support to business development or pursuit activities

The Team

The Black & Veatch Special Projects Corp. has its mission to provide a full range of services to our primary client base - U.S. Government agencies and departments. With the unique skill sets we have developed during the 100-plus years of service to our U.S. Government agencies client base, we are able to provide one‑of‑a‑kind solutions to complex mission objectives that arise out of specific challenges faced by and unique to these agencies. Our primary areas of focus are: Architecture/Engineering (A/E) Services, Defense Program, Design/Build, Classified, and Environmental.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of NEC, IEEE, EIA, TIA, BICSI industry standards, codes and best practices related to the design of Information and Communications Technology (ICT), low voltage, and telecommunications systems
• Strong knowledge of structured cabling systems from a safety and constructability perspective
• Strong knowledge of inside plant (ISP) cabling infrastructure to include telecommunications spaces and pathways, copper, and optical fiber cabling and connectivity
• Experience in outside plant (OSP) design of copper and fiber optic communication systems
• Experience in audio-visual (AV) system design
• 4+ years of experience designing applicable telecommunication systems
• Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) required

As part of this role, you will be assigned to projects supporting U.S. Government Agency/Department clients. Due to the nature of the work, candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering technology or sciences preferred or any other degree, specialized training, or experience, that makes the individual uniquely qualified to perform the job responsibilities
• Minimum of 5 years of related work experience
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Certifications

• Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) certification (required)
• Certified Technology Specialist-Design (CTS-D) certification (preferred)

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.

Salary Plan

ENS: Eng & Technical Specialties

Compensation Transparency

listed below by state or jurisdiction and reflect the applicable office location(s) within each. Final compensation is determined based on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, internal alignment, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law.

• State of Colorado: $108,944 - $163,438
• State of Minnesota: $103,992 - $156,009
• State of Virginia: $118,848 - $178,296

Job Grade

016

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Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.

• Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.
• To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.
• A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union.
• Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

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