Telecommunications/Security Designer II

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR in Memphis, TN seeks a Telecommunications/Security Designer II to design integrated low voltage systems, calculate power loads, and produce construction documents for data centers and healthcare projects. The role requires 5+ years in low-voltage design, a B.S. in EE, and ability to obtain security clearance.

Autodesk platforms experience and a collaborative, employee-owned culture are valued. On-site full-time position with opportunity to contribute to critical infrastructure and complex

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum 5 years experience in low-voltage system design.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to obtain/maintain government security clearance.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.

Responsibilities

• Design integrated low voltage systems
• Calculate electrical power loads, determine UPS requirements and design 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

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant experience

Tools

Autodesk platforms

Job description

Telecommunications/Security Designer II - ( 194258 )

Responsibilities

• Design integrated low voltage systems
• Calculate electrical power loads, determine UPS requirements and design 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

• Candidates with 7+ years of experience are strongly encouraged to apply. Final level and scope of the role may be determined based on the selected candidate's qualifications, skills, and experience.
• RCDD (Registered Communication Distribution Designer) Certification.
• PSP Certification.
• Familiarity with Autodesk platforms.
• Experience in Data Centers and Healthcare systems preferred.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or combination of education and relevant experience.
• Minimum 5 years experience in low-voltage system design.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to obtain/maintain government security clearance.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting Date

Jul 15, 2026

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.