Senior ICT/Security Designer

HDR, Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 97,888 - 161,920; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

HDR, Inc. seeks a Senior ICT / Security Designer to craft critical infrastructure for the digital age, delivering high‑performance data center and commercial environment solutions across the United States.

The role leads security and ICT design, collaborates with project teams, and mentors junior designers while ensuring QA/QC and cross‑discipline integration. HDR emphasizes an employee‑owned culture and professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years experience in security system design with Autodesk.
• RCDD credential is helpful.
• Strong commitment to employee‑owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and select state‑of‑the‑art ICT and security systems, techniques, procedures, design, and modifications.
• Design and specify ICT systems including OSP/ISP fiber backbones, cabling pathways, and telecom room design.
• Design and specify security systems such as Access Control, Intrusion Detection, and Video Surveillance.
• Present designs in client‑facing settings, representing HDR in a professional manner.
• Serve as a lead designer with drawings and specifications for the entire discipline.
• Independently perform engineering assignments with guidance from the Project Manager.
• Coordinate cross‑discipline work to ensure an integrated scope.
• Mentor junior designers and help grow the ICT/Security team.
• Conduct QA/QC of the work of other designers.

Skills

Security design

Autodesk tools

RCDD credential

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

At HDR, our employee‑owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. We foster inclusion and aim to build engineering that powers progress and innovation.

Overview

We look for a Senior ICT / Security Designer to design critical infrastructure for the digital age. The role will deliver high‑performance data center and commercial environment solutions across the United States.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and select state‑of‑the‑art ICT and security systems, techniques, procedures, design, and modifications.
• Design and specify ICT systems including OSP and ISP fiber optic and copper backbones, horizontal cabling, bonding, cabling pathways, and telecom room design.
• Design and specify security systems such as Access Control, Intrusion Detection, and Video Surveillance.
• Present designs in client‑facing settings, representing HDR in a professional manner.
• Serve as a lead designer in a fast‑paced design environment, responsible for drawings and specifications for the entire discipline.
• Independently perform engineering assignments with broad guidance from the Project Manager.
• Coordinate cross‑discipline work to ensure a fully integrated scope.
• Mentor junior designers and help grow the ICT/Security team.
• Conduct QA/QC of the work of other designers.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years experience in security system design and familiarity with Autodesk tools.
• RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer) credential is helpful.
• Strong commitment to employee‑owned culture.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks independently.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).
• Experience in high‑velocity environments while maintaining attention to detail.
• Current BICSI RCDD credential holder.
• BCSI DCDC, OSP, or RTPM a plus.
• PSP (Physical Security Professional) preferred.
• Experience with data centers and federal entities preferred.
• Can‑do attitude and problem‑solving mindset.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Bluebeam and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work in Revit and AutoCAD; willingness to learn new applications.
• Knowledge of engineering drawings, design standards, and practices.
• Strong desire for continuous learning and professional development.

Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that 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.

Location

Primary: Denver, Colorado. Other locations: Durango, Colorado; Portland, Maine; Colorado Springs, Colorado; Fort Collins, Colorado; Grand Junction, Colorado.

Schedule & Status

Full‑time, regular employee. Compensation range: $97,888 – $161,920 (Colorado).