Senior Electrical Design Technician

Spectraforce Technologies; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrumforce Technologies seeks a Senior Electrical Design Technician to contribute to Life Safety Systems design across multiple sites in Portland, OR; Austin, TX; Fort Worth, TX; Pittsburgh, PA. You will deliver 3D BIM models, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure adherence to NFPA and ICC standards.

The role emphasizes collaboration, precision, and the ability to manage complex design packages on projects in semiconductor, data center, and high-tech manufacturing facilities.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• NICET Security certification preferred.
• ASIS Advanced Security Worldwide certification preferred.
• Manufacturer’s equipment certifications beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Deliver complex life-safety system packages in coordination with engineers and design leads.
• Create 3D BIM models using AutoCAD and Revit MEP; coordinate with architects and engineers.
• Specify equipment and apply NFPA/ICC codes to design content per guidance.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

Systems design

Education

High school diploma

NICET Security certification

ASIS Advanced Security Worldwide certification

Manufacturer’s equipment certifications

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Job Title: Senior Electrical Design Technician

Duration: 12 months

Location: Portland, OR; Austin, TX; Fort Worth, TX; Pittsburgh, PA

Schedule: Mon-Fri (08:00 AM - 05:00 PM)

Job Description

• Life Safety Systems (Security) Systems Designer. We’re looking for a designer excited about working on projects that enable the heart of our client’s business. Join us and you’ll have the chance to work on projects including semiconductor manufacturing, data center facilities, and other state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing and research facilities. Be part of a vibrant, dynamic team that delivers world‑class designs for well‑known clients worldwide.
• Designers are responsible for the delivery of complex packages in coordination with multidisciplinary engineers and design leads that form the core of our Life Safety Systems delivery team. Utilizing AutoCAD and Revit MEP, you’ll create a 3D model space in coordination with architects and engineers. From those 3D BIM models, you will design Security Surveillance, Access Control, and Intrusion Detection systems. In addition to modeling work, designers perform calculations, apply NFPA and ICC codes, and other standards to model content, and specify equipment at the direction of the engineering staff.
• At the client, we partner across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams as we work to build a company like no other.
• Bring your curiosity, talent for multitasking and collaboration, and extreme organizational skills, and we’ll help you grow, pursue, and fulfill what drives you—so we can make big impacts on the world together.

Qualifications – External

• High school graduate or equivalent
• At least 3‑5 years of AutoCAD experience (preferably Revit experience)
• Systems design experience with Security Surveillance, Access Control, and Intrusion Detection systems
• NICET Security certification
• ASIS International Advanced Security Worldwide certification
• Manufacturer’s equipment certifications

Ideally, You’ll Also Have

• 3‑5 years of systems design experience
• Knowledge of IFC, IBC, NFPA 70, NFPA 101 Life Safety Code, and NFPA 72 Fire Alarm and Signaling Code
• Knowledge of security systems and manufacturer’s equipment
• Industrial design experience