Senior ICT + Security Designer

Ghafari Associates, LLC; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

Teladoc

Educational Assistance

Parental Leave

Paid Time Off

8 Paid Holidays

Job summary

Ghafari Associates, LLC seeks a seasoned Electrical Engineer to design and analyze electrical, telecommunication, fire alarm, security, and AV systems for new builds or renovations. You will develop construction documents, review submittals, and coordinate with other disciplines to ensure code compliance and project success.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, RCDD certification, CPP/PSP certifications, and 10+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• RCDD certification required.
• CPP/PSP security certifications preferred.
• 10+ years of electrical engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Design or analyze electrical systems for installation and control.
• Prepare construction documents for telecommunication and security networks.
• Develop and mentor junior staff on design best practices.
• Coordinate with multiple disciplines to produce coordinated docs.
• Review shop drawings for conformance with contract documents.

Skills

Electrical design

BICSI guidelines

NFPA 72 knowledge

Public Address systems

Audio-visual systems

Threat & security analysis

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

RCDD certification

CPP/PSP security certifications

10+ years related experience

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

EASE acoustic calculators

BIM360

Bluebeam

Job description

Hybrid

Chicago, IL

Full time

R-100188

Job Description:

General Summary:

Provide data, telecommunication, fire alarm, security, wireless LAN, acoustic calculations, audio visual systems design for new construction and/or renovation of industrial or commercial structures in conformance to client requirements and applicable codes. Provide the engineering to develop the construction documents for the installation, telecommunication and security networks.

Essential Job Functions:

• Possess / demonstrate the engineering knowledge and understanding to design or analyze electrical systems for the installation, interconnection, and control of electrical and mechanical components using applicable codes including lighting & power distribution systems, low voltage systems (fire alarm systems, telecommunications, data networks, lighting control systems, power monitoring systems, etc.), sizing of equipment, etc.
• Review and/or establish project scope, electrical budget, design approach, and applicable constraints with the Project Manager or client as appropriate.
• Knowledge of all aspects of BICSI guidelines and NFPA -72, as they apply to the design.
• Able to completely design a Public Address System.
• Able to design audio visual systems.
• Able to provide threat and security analysis reports for various types of facilities.
• Able to adhere to project quality, budget, and schedule.
• Prepare feasibility studies and schematic design packages of lighting, power systems, etc.
• Perform production and quality monitoring of construction documents per company standards.
• Communicate and work with all other disciplines to produce coordinated construction documents.
• Edit or draft project specifications.
• Develop and mentor less experienced staff.
• Develop accurate project cost estimates.
• Conduct field measuring and checking at the construction site.
• Maintain organized project file containing project calculations, correspondence, appropriate reference materials, etc.
• Review project submittals (shop drawings) for conformance with contract documents; specify action required for conformance.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Employment Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related degree or in engineering or construction technology or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• RCDD certification required
• Security Certification CPP PSP from ASIS or ICAO
• 10+ years of related and progressively more responsible experience in electrical engineering field.

Additional Skills:

• Microsoft Office, emphasis on Excel and MSWord, Autodesk (Revit and AutoCAD), Acoustic Calculators EASE, BIM360, Bluebeam and ACC

Benefits:

In addition to a competitive salary, eligible employees receive a robust benefits package.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Teladoc
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional License Reimbursement
• Educational Assistance
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• 8 Paid Holidays

The annual base salary range for this position is $100,000.00 to $140,000.00. Individual pay is based on factors such as relevant experience, job-related skills, education, and training.

Since 1982, Ghafari Associates has taken a personal approach to highly technical projects in complex markets including: aviation, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, hospitality, K-12 and higher education. As a global team of engineers, architects, process designers, and consultants we blend insight with technological innovation helping clients elevate their efficiency, sustainability, and impact.

Continuously rated a Top Workplace to Work (https://topworkplaces.com/company/ghafari-associates-l-l/freep/), Crain’s Cool Place to Work (https://www.crainsdetroit.com/cool), and a Best and Brightest (https://www.ghafari.com/news-and-views/ghafari-is-a-best-and-brightest-company-in-detroit-chicago-west-michigan) company to work for in the US, Ghafari has made a name for itself through our culture, employee benefits, and portfolio of projects (https://www.ghafari.com/projects) .

Over a quarter of Ghafari employees have diverse identities that are championed by our growing approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Ghafari supports hybrid and in-office work environments.

Through career mapping, Ghafari employees are encouraged to seek licensure, coached for knowledge growth, and provided opportunities for management and mentorship roles if interested. Our robust internship program recognizes undergraduate and graduate students from across the world, having an over 90% success rate of hiring our interns after graduation.

Ghafari is a community where talent thrives. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to deepen your skills, collaborate with industry leaders, and work on transformative projects around the globe.

Ghafari Associates, LLC is an Equal Opportunity /affirmative action employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. If you need an accommodation due to a disability in order to use our online system to apply for a position at Ghafari Associates, LLC, you may apply for positions in the following ways.