Senior Technology Designer

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer specializing in low-voltage systems. Responsible for designing integrated low-voltage solutions, calculating UPS needs, and delivering complete construction documents.

The role requires at least 10 years in low-voltage design, RCDD certification, and proficiency with Microsoft Office, MS Project, Visio, Autodesk, and SpecsIntact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in low-voltage system design.
• RCDD certification.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with MS Project, MS Visio, Autodesk and SpecsIntact.
• Active participation in employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Design integrated low voltage systems.
• Calculate electrical power loads, UPS requirements, and single line diagrams.
• Prepare complete construction documents.
• Develop specifications for low voltage systems and coordinate with owners.
• Lead QA/QC on the work of project coordinators or technicians.
• Support other designers and project coordinators as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Team coordination

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Office Suite

MS Project

MS Visio

Autodesk

SpecsIntact

Job description

Primary Responsibilities

• Design integrated low voltage systems
• Calculate electrical power loads, determine UPS requirements and design of system-related single line diagrams
• Complete set of construction documents
• Understand that assignments have objectives that require investigation of many variables
• Independently perform low voltage technology system/electrical engineering assignments with broad general instruction from Project Manager as to the results expected
• Write specifications covering all low voltage technology 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 the low voltage technology design process
• Conduct QA/QC on the work of other Project Coordinators or Technicians as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• RCDD (Registered Communication Distribution Designer) certification
• Familiarity with Microsoft suite of programs
• Familiarity with Bluebeam REVU
• Experience with Data Centers and/or Federal projects
• High level of communication and coordination with a local team or teammates across the company
• Ability to meet deadlines, handle multiple tasks independently, on schedule and under budget
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written)
• Ability to work in a high-velocity environment managing multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail and workmanship quality
• Knowledge of engineering drawing and design standards and practices
• Strong desire for continuous learning and professional education
• Applicants selected may be subject to periodic government background checks when required by client
• 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 low-voltage system design
• RCDD (Registered Communication Distribution Designer) certification
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Familiarity with MS Project, MS Visio, Autodesk, SpecsIntact
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

EEO Statement

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.