Senior ICT Security Designer

hdr; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is actively seeking a Senior ICT Security Designer to lead security design efforts for complex facilities in Utah. You will design PLC, CCTV, and access systems, create drawing sets and specifications, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.

You will mentor junior designers, ensure QA/QC, and present plans to clients, while contributing to HDR's culture of innovation, inclusion, and engineering excellence within the Building Engineering Services Group.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years experience in security system design.
• RCDD (Registered Communication Distribution Designer) helpful.
• Active participate in our employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, select and apply state-of-the-art security system technologies.
• Design security systems including PLC, CCTV and card access equipment.
• Create construction drawings and write specifications for ICT/Security matters.
• Mentor junior designers and cross-train the ICT/Security team.
• Perform QA/QC on the work of other coordinators or technicians.
• Coordinate across disciplines to ensure fully coordinated scope.
• Present designs in client-facing settings in a professional manner.

Skills

Security design

Leadership

Client communication

Team mentorship

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk

Revit

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

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 Security Designer, we'll count on you to:

• Evaluate, select and apply state-of-the-art security system, techniques, procedures, design and modifications
• Design and specify security systems including but not limited to PLC, CCTV and card access equipment
• Take responsibility for complete set of construction documents
• Regularly present designs in client-facing settings, representing HDR in a positive and professional manner
• Understand that assignments have objectives that require investigation of many variables
• Independently perform security system/electrical engineering assignments with broad general instruction from Project Manager as to the results expected
• Assume lead designer role in a fast-paced design environment, taking responsibility for drawings and specifications for entire design discipline.
• Independently perform ICT/Security engineering assignments with broad general instruction from Project Manager as to the results expected
• Create construction drawings, write specifications covering all ICT/Security system matters; perform reviews and work directly with owners as a part of project team
• Regularly perform cross-discipline coordination to ensure fully coordinated scope.
• Mentor junior designers as needed to cross-train and grow the ICT/Security team.
• Select and recommend procedures, security devices and equipment; write specifications covering all security 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

• Engineering Bachelor’s degree
• BICSI DCDC, OSP, or RTPM a plus
• Experience with Data Centers and Federal Entities
• “Can-Do” and problem-solving mind-set.
• Ability to meet deadlines, handle multiple tasks independently, on schedule and under budget.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).
• Strong computer skills and a proficiency or able to work in Bluebeam and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work in Revit with the ability to learn new applications quickly.
• Knowledge of engineering drawings and design standards and practices.
• Strong desire for continuous learning and professional education.
• Preference given to local candidates

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.

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

We are an Affirative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.