Technology Designer | Chicago, IL – Naperville Office

IMEG; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Profit sharing

IDEA Program

License exam support

Dress for Your Day

Generous PTO

Health benefits

Job summary

IMEG seeks a Technology Project Designer to lead analysis and design of IT structured cabling, audio/video, security, and other low-voltage systems for Mission Critical & Healthcare projects.

You will collaborate with senior staff, manage design progress, mentor less experienced team members, and ensure projects meet IMEG quality standards while staying within budgets.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or related field required; 3 years minimum in building design consulting, 4 preferred
• Associates or BIM certificate with 7+ years in building design consulting or construction preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead design for IT structured cabling, audio/video, security, and low-voltage building systems
• Interact with clients to understand needs and maintain relationships
• Support project planning, budgeting, and scheduling to meet deadlines
• Provide in-process design reviews and ensure adherence to IMEG quality standards
• Mentor junior staff and collaborate with cross-functional teams

Skills

Electrical design

IT structured cabling

Client communication

BIM software

Team mentorship

MS Office

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

AAS BIM certificate

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Job description

Technology Designer | Chicago, IL – Naperville Office

100% Employee-Owned · Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture IMEG is hiring a Technology Project Designer in Chicago, IL - Naperville Office, to support the analysis, design, and implementation oversight of low-voltage technology systems for Mission Critical & Healthcare. This role leads design efforts on low to moderate complexity projects and collaborates with senior staff on larger and higher complexity work. You'll work within project budgets, support project planning and delivery, train and mentor less experienced staff, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations. The team supports work across education, institutional, and MEP markets, with added strength in security and technology risk systems for healthcare, federal, corrections, and mission critical settings.

At a Glance Location: Naperville, or Rock Island, IL; Columbus or Independence, OH; Indianapolis, IN; or Madison, WI Discipline: Technology Markets: Mission Critical & Healthcare Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP) Travel: Up to 30% Work Schedule: Full-time hybrid Sponsorship: Not available

What You’ll Do

• Lead design efforts for the analysis of IT structured cabling, audio/video, security, and other low-voltage building systems. Utilize engineering software and tools to create detailed designs, specifications, and calculations according to code requirements and IMEG standards.
• Interact with clients to understand their needs, gather project requirements, communicate technical information effectively, and build and maintain client relationships through professional communication.
• Work as part of a project team to support the execution of consulting projects.
• Lead project planning, budgeting, and scheduling tasks to meet project deadlines and objectives, and document design decisions and instructions from clients while monitoring project design progress as related to percent complete and fee expended.
• Analyze engineering problems, propose innovative solutions, and collaborate with senior engineers and consultants to develop practical and efficient solutions.
• Provide in-process design reviews of IT structured cabling, audio/video, security, and other low-voltage building systems design, calculations, and specifications, and implement IMEG quality control processes to ensure engineering designs and solutions meet IMEG quality standards, industry standards and client requirements.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in low-voltage technology (ICT) engineering, and contribute to research, development, and innovation efforts within IMEG.
• Prioritize safety in all aspects of engineering work and identify and mitigate potential safety risks associated with low-voltage technology ICT systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including other engineers, architects, and project managers, to deliver integrated solutions that meet project goals.
• Work within the project’s monetary budget, train, mentor, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations, identify potential project problems and seek advice from the Project Manager, and oversee projects through bidding and construction administration phase.

What You’ll Bring

Required Education and Experience Qualifications (one of the following):

• Option A: Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Computer or related Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, related STEM field, or equivalent required 3 years of experience minimum required, 4 preferred, in the building design consulting industry
• Option B: Associates degree, or certificate, in Building Information Modeling (BIM) or Engineering preferred 7 years of experience minimum required, 8 preferred, in the building design consulting or construction industry

Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications
• Strong technical and analytical skills including proficiency of principles relating to electrical voltage and current, digital and analog signals, basic IT networking topologies and protocols, as it relates to electrical low-voltage systems design for buildings
• Ability to train and mentor less experienced staff
• Proficiency of industry standard engineering software and tools
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Eagerness to adapt to new challenges
• Proficiency in the use of BIM software
• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
• Must have the ability to travel up to 30%

About the Team

Specialized consulting team for security and technology risk / systems, with strong traction in healthcare, federal, corrections, and mission critical settings. Security consulting and protective services. Federal / corrections / VA / courthouse / detention work. Hospital and health-system security, along with corporate and data center security scopes. Recent work includes Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia New Patient Tower, Healthcare / Security, and Digital Realty / Hillsboro, OR / DLR Wagon Campus TVRA and Campus Planning, Data Center / Protective Services.

Why IMEG

• We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet.
• Employee ownership (ESOP), fully vested at all times, with a 3% to 6% company contribution, plus year-end profit sharing
• IDEA Program: a firm-wide innovation accelerator where employees across every discipline develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon-reduction technology
• PE, SE, and other license exam prep and support, with a clear path from EIT to PE
• Dress for Your Day flexibility (wear what fits your day)
• Generous time off, including 6 paid holidays and 3 additional floating holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one, with preventive care at 100%, a $50/month wellness credit, and a Calm subscription
• MEG, our in-house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations

Salary Ranges (by jurisdiction, in compliance with local laws)

• State of Illinois Salary Range: $86,000-$120,000 per year
• State of Ohio Salary Range:$86,000-$120,000 per year

IMEG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), gender, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), parental status (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation), ethnic origin, hair type (including hairstyle or hair texture), citizenship status, marital status, military service, veteran’s status, political affiliation, non‑merit-based factors, or any other characteristic protected by law. In accordance with antidiscrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to put into effect these principles and mandates.

IMEG prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. IMEG conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations. All applicants have the right to request access, correction, and deletion of their personal information from our system. In order to make a request, please email [e-mail].

As a people-centered engineering firm we know IMEG’s brand is centered around the technical skills of our people. We are 100% employee-owned and we value the collective abilities, expertise, and continuity of our team members. We understand the importance of an engaged culture and the power of teamwork. We believe in investing in our people and their professional futures through continuous training, community involvement, and the ability to develop a niche specialty. We also believe in committing to the same sustainability ideals we encourage for our clients – a practice of reduce, reuse, and recycle. We are IMEG.