Security Designer 2

HDR; New York (NY); On-site; USD 117,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Security Designer II to design integrated electronic security systems and produce construction documents. The role involves calculating power loads, determining UPS needs, and creating detailed single-line diagrams, with collaboration across project teams to meet objectives.

Preferred candidates hold a CPP/Certified credentials and an RCDD, with a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering and 5+ years in security design. Local candidates in the NY/NJ area are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent with at least 5 years in security design.
• Familiarity with Autodesk and security design practices.
• RCDD and Electrical Engineering degree helpful; CPP is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design integrated electronic security systems.
• Calculate power loads, UPS requirements and single-line diagrams.
• Produce complete construction documents for security projects.
• Work with project managers and owners to meet design objectives.
• Write specifications and review with the project team.
• Support other designers, coordinators or technicians across design phases.
• Perform QA/QC on the work of others as needed.

Skills

Security system design

Electrical engineering basics

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

RCDD certification

CPP certification

Tools

Autodesk

Job description

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?

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 Security Designer II, we'll count on you to:

• Design integrated electronic security systems
• Calculate electrical power loads, determine UPS requirements and design of system-related single line diagrams
• Take responsibility for complete set of construction documents
• Understand that assignments have objectives that require investigation of many variables
• Independently perform security system/electrical engineering assignments with broad general instruction from Project Manager as to the results expected
• Write specifications covering all security system matters; perform reviews and work directly with owners as a part of project team
• Assist other Designers, Project Coordinators or Technicians as needed, and be responsible for work in all phases of security design process
• Conduct QA/QC on the work of other Project Coordinators or Technicians as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• CPP certification
• Local candidates preferred

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or combination of education and relevant experience
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in security design and familiarity with Autodesk
• RCDD (Registered Communication Distribution Designer) and Electrical Engineering degree helpful
• 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, respected 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.) {New York, NY}: $117,425 - 167,750; {Pennington, NJ}: 108,031 - Primary Location:United States-New Jersey-Pennington Other Locations:United States-New York-New York Industry:Building Engineering Schedule:Full-time Employee Status:Regular Job Posting:Jul 31, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affin­ative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.