Senior ICT Designer

HDR; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Senior ICT Designer to help design and specify ICT systems across diverse facilities. You will contribute to fiber optic backbones, cabling pathways, and the complete construction document set for major projects.

The role requires a minimum of 10 years in security system design, proficiency with Autodesk, and a commitment to HDR's employee-owned culture. You will work with project teams across locations in a collaborative, innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in security system design with familiarity with Autodesk.
• RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer) is a helpful credential.
• Demonstrated commitment to HDR's employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, select and apply state-of-the-art ICT systems, techniques, procedures, design and modifications.
• Design and specify ICT systems including fiber optic backbones, horizontal cabling, bonding and cabling pathways.
• Take responsibility for the complete set of construction documents.
• Independently perform ICT engineering assignments with general instruction from Project Manager.
• Write specifications covering ICT system matters and collaborate with owners as part of the project team.
• Assist Designers, Project Coordinators or Technicians as needed during all phases of security design.
• Conduct QA/QC on the work of others as needed.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

10 years experience in security system design

RCDD certification helpful

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.

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

In the role of Senior ICT Designer, we'll count on you to:

• Evaluate, select and apply state-of-the-art ICT system, techniques, procedures, design and modifications
• Design and specify ICT systems including but not limited to fiber optic backbones, horizontal cabling, bonding and cabling pathways
• Take responsibility for complete set of construction documents
• Understand that assignments have objectives that require investigation of many variables
• Independently perform ICT engineering assignments with broad general instruction from Project Manager as to the results expected
• Select and recommend procedures, ICT devices and equipment; write specifications covering all ICT 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

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or combination of education and relevant experience
• A minimum of 10 years experience in security system design and familiarity with Autodesk
• RCDD (Registered Communication Distribution Designer) 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.

Primary Location: United States-Iowa-Des Moines
Other Locations: United States-Nebraska-Omaha, United States-Iowa-Ames, United States-Iowa-Davenport, United States-Iowa-Cedar Rapids, United States-Nebraska-Lincoln
Industry: Building Engineering
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular
BusinessClass: Information Communication Technology (ICT)/Security
Job Posting: Jul 27, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirative 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.