Sr Telecommunications Designer - Data Center Campus Planning

SSOE

Columbus (OH)

Hybrid

USD 95,000 - 117,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Professional development and training

Generous paid time off

Job summary

SSOE is seeking a Senior Telecommunication Designer – Data Centers to shape the future of data centers and high-performance projects. You will collaborate closely with integrated engineering and architecture teams to meet industry standards.

Your responsibilities will include designing telecommunications infrastructure and coordinating closely with multidisciplinary teams. This role offers a competitive salary range of $95k – $117k per year and supports hybrid or fully remote work schedules.

Qualifications

Minimum 15 years of experience in telecommunications design.
Strong understanding of TIA and NEC standards.
Experience with mission-critical or colocation data center projects.

Responsibilities

Design and document telecommunications infrastructure for data centers.
Coordinate with multidisciplinary design teams.
Prepare complete design and construction documentation.

Skills

Telecommunications design

Data center concepts

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Structured cabling systems

Telecommunications management software

Job description

Job Locations

US-TN-Nashville
US-OH-Columbus
US-AZ-Scottsdale

Overview

SSOE is seeking a Senior Telecommunication Designer – Data Centers who will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of data centers and high-performance industrial projects.

In this role you will work closely with a fully integrated staff of in-house engineering and architecture teams to ensure that these critical projects meet and exceed industry standards from scope development to commissioning and start‑up. SSOE brings decades of experience in power‑intensive, high‑tech, and mission‑critical environments throughout North America, making us an excellent choice for your next career move.

Benefits

Hybrid or fully remote work schedule option
Competitive salary: $95k – $117k per year depending on location, education, experience, and certifications.
Bonus and incentive eligibility under the annual target bonus/incentive program.
Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, professional development and training, generous paid time off and paid holidays.

AI and Innovation

SSOE empowers its team to work smarter by providing responsible access to industry‑leading AI large language models, vibe‑coding platforms, and secure integration of advanced tools into every role. From day one, you will receive training and support to leverage AI as a core tool for enhancing productivity, streamlining complex workflows, and sparking creativity.

Responsibilities

The Telecommunications Designer – Data Center is responsible for the design, documentation, and coordination of telecommunications and structured cabling infrastructure supporting data center facilities. This position ensures systems are reliable, scalable, code‑compliant, and aligned with owner standards and availability objectives. The role requires close coordination with multidisciplinary design teams and construction stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Design telecommunications and low‑voltage infrastructure supporting data center environments, including single‑path distribution with redundant critical components.
Prepare complete design and construction documentation, including:
- Telecommunications floor plans
- Equipment room layouts and facility rack elevations
- Pathway layouts (conduit and cable tray)
- Equipment and cable schedules
Develop structured cabling designs utilizing fiber optic and copper cabling systems (including high‑density and MPO solutions where applicable).
Plan and document data center functional spaces, including:
- Main Distribution Areas (MDA)
- Horizontal Distribution Areas (HDA)
- Equipment Distribution Areas (EDA)
- Telecommunications Rooms (TRs)
Coordinate telecommunications systems with architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and IT stakeholders.
Maintain knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and guidelines, including TIA, BICSI, NEC, and local AHJ requirements.
Support schematic design (SD), design development (DD), construction documents (CD), bidding, and construction administration phases.
Respond to RFIs and review contractor submittals and shop drawings for compliance with design intent.
Participate in closeout documentation.
Maintain detailed and accurate documentation in accordance with internal QA/QC standards.

Systems and Technologies

Structured cabling systems (fiber optic and copper)
Data center cable management and pathway infrastructure
Grounding and bonding for telecommunications systems
Technology racks, cabinets, and enclosures
Carrier entrance facilities and demarcation points
Support infrastructure for LAN, WAN, ISP, NOC and enterprise IT networks

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

Office‑based design environment with periodic site visits.
Ability to review construction areas, including equipment rooms and pathways.
Occasional travel may be required to project sites.

Qualifications

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (ABET accredited), Information Technology, Telecommunications, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
Minimum fifteen (15) years of experience with SSOE as a designer or nineteen (19) years experience with former employer(s). Minimum 3‑5 years of telecommunications design experience with demonstrated exposure to data center projects.
Working knowledge of data center concepts and availability requirements.
Ability to prepare and manage schedules, cable matrices, and coordination documents.
Strong understanding of applicable standards, including:
- TIA 942, TIA 568, TIA 569, TIA 606, TIA 607
- BICSI TDMM
- NFPA 70 (NEC)
Excellent communication, coordination, and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications