Senior Electrical Design Technology Engineer – Low Voltage Systems

PBS Engineers, Inc.; San Dimas (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life/AD&D Insurance

HSA/FSA options

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Professional development

Career growth

Job summary

PBS Engineers, Inc. is seeking a Senior Low Voltage Technology Design Engineer to lead the design of low-voltage systems for commercial and industrial facilities. You will manage projects, coordinate with clients, and develop plans for cabling, CCTV, access control, and telecommunications.

The role requires strong Revit/AutoCAD skills, 7+ years of experience, and the ability to work in a collaborative team environment while meeting budgets and schedules.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of related electrical and communications design/engineering experience on commercial and industrial buildings.
• Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD design software and ability to perform own design engineering work.
• Experience with existing building renovations and tenant improvements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaborative work.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).

Responsibilities

• Effectively manage low voltage and multi-discipline projects to meet client needs and budgets.
• Prepare designs for Structured Cabling, Access Control, CCTV, and other low-voltage systems.
• Coordinate scope, layout, and drawings with clients and other disciplines.
• Prepare technical specifications and project documents.
• Oversee projects from inception through final transition and coordination with stakeholders.
• Ensure schedules are met and resources are managed.

Skills

Low Voltage Design

Revit

AutoCAD

Building Renovations

Problem Solving

Communication

Multitasking

MS Office

Job description

Join PBS Engineers and help us transform the industry

Are you a driven professional seeking new challenges while advancing your career? PBS Engineers is looking for talented individuals to join our team and help us deliver exceptional service to our clients. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about providing top-tier engineering solutions, you belong at PBS.

As a dynamic firm committed to quality and excellence, we see our team as a family and prioritize the professional growth of each member. Our unwavering dedication to superior engineering has earned us extensive experience across diverse market sectors. With offices in San Dimas (Headquarters), San Diego, Orange County, Los Angeles, Santa Clara, Houston and Seattle-WA, our engineers work closely with our Principals to provide personalized service to every client.

At PBS, we foster a unique workplace culture where employee well-being and satisfaction are at the heart of our mission. By investing in our engineers, we empower our team to excel together, strengthening our position as a leader in consulting engineering. We’re ready to invest in you—let’s grow and lead the industry together!

Visit www.pbsengineers.com for more information on our dynamic team.

Our mission at PBS is to ‘provide WOW through service’ via our personalized solutions and hands-on approach. We request that the following PBS Core Values (WeRISE) be upheld to support our continuous growth and that you commit to embracing these fundamental principles:

• Work Hard, Play Hard
• Excellence
• Relationships with a Community Spirit
• Improve Every Day
• Speed Boat
• Extra Mile and Then Some

Senior Low Voltage Technology Design Engineer Roles and Responsibilities

Effectively manage Low Voltage (Structural Cabling, AV, Security, and other low voltage systems) and multi-discipline projects by satisfying clients' needs and meeting budget expectations and project schedules. Interact with facility and major business clients to identify their requirements, define project scope, and prepare project proposals. Prepare to build low-voltage engineering designs for Structured Cabling, Access Control Systems, CCTV, Voice and data systems, communications room layout, and building infrastructure for low-voltage systems. Provide support during construction phases and be a quick thinker to solve potential issues and obstacles in the field.

Key Responsibilities:

• Use client directives and site-specific design criteria and apply engineering principles and skills to prepare the design of low-voltage and telecommunications systems, equipment, components, and products for commercial and industrial purposes and assist in developing bid and contract documents.
• Design and produce plans and documents, including voice, data, structured cabling (horizontal and vertical), audio-visual, security, access control, intrusion detection, and other low-voltage systems, including inside and outside the plant.
• Coordinate system scope, design layout, and drawings with clients and other disciplines.
• Perform telecommunications and low-voltage systems analysis and develop appropriate system concepts, layouts, and details.
• Oversee projects from inception through final transition and coordinate with senior management, clients, and subcontractors, ensuring the schedules are met and resources remain in check.
• Prepare technical specifications.
• Knowledge of NEC, IEEE, EIA, TIA, industry standards, and other applicable codes related to the design and layout of low voltage and telecommunications systems.
• This position may also entail working with engineers preparing schedules, budgets, and status reports.
• Prepare layout prints for supervisor or client

Job Qualifications

Minimum qualifications:

• 7+ years of related electrical and communications design/engineering experience on commercial and industrial multi-use buildings.
• Recent experience working for a consulting engineer or engineer/architectural firm designing Low Voltage systems for facilities/buildings.
• Proficiency with Revit and AutoCAD design software, and ability to do own design engineering work.
• Experience with existing building renovations and tenant improvements.
• Ability to solve complex design problems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to work well under pressure, multi-task, and engage with multi-discipline project teams in meeting client needs in a timely manner and within budget objectives.
• Strong organizational skills, creativity, and enthusiasm.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).

Preferred qualifications:

• RCDD Preferred; OSP and NTS a plus
• Building Industry Consulting Service International (BICSI) Member desired
• Design-build experience is a plus
• 3-6+ years of Project Management experience preferred

Pay and benefits

• Full-Time Career Position with highly competitive pay that includes performance-based incentive plans.
• Retirement Savings 401(k) plan with corporate matching.
• Excellent Full Benefits Package: Includes comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance for employee and immediate family and Group Life/AD&D insurance for employee.
• Availability of Voluntary Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• 11.5 paid holidays per year.
• Paid Time Off for sick leave and vacation.
• A highly sought-after work environment which fosters creativity and collaboration.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Growth potential within the company that’s unique within our industry and offers clear career path options.
• Associate-Senior Associate-Principal (ASAP) Program offered to encourage employees to take a more active role in the corporation and build a more secure and rewarding future.
• Receptive and Forward-Thinking Leadership.