Do you enjoy designing detailed cabling systems?
Are you a creative problem solver with strong analytical abilities?
Do you have the skills necessary to meet with customers to capture requirements and craft a targeted solution?
If so, we're looking for someone like you to assist our team!
Overview
We are currently seeking a Infrastructure Designer that will be a critical member of a U.S.-based global systems integrator providing technology solutions and services for commercial and government clients. This is a full-time permanent role supporting the Protected Distribution System (PDS) IT infrastructure program in Laurel, MD.
Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Assess existing PDS conduit pathways and make determinations to ensure they are compliant with current DoD requirements.
- Assess, identify, and collect IT infrastructure requirements (pathways, spaces, cable, power, cooling, etc...) to support existing and new PDS installation requests.
- Prepare floor plans, rack elevations, installation specifications, statement of work, budgetary cost estimates, schedules, and other design documents.
- Present and review designs with the team and your customers.
- Work with our Contracts, Plant Facilities, and onsite installation partners to implement your designs.
- Conduct pre-construction design reviews, quality control checks, and post-construction code compliance inspections.
- Coordinate the construction and implementation of telecommunications and technology systems that support our unclassified and classified network environments.
- Coordinate site surveys, schedules, security escorts, and inspections with our customers and operation partners.
- Collaborate with internal design team to identify projects to improve our infrastructure and services.
- Periodically coordinate and assist internal IT teams and staff with day-to-day operations as assigned or needed to complete projects you are directly leading.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- A Building Industry Consulting Services International (BICSI) Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD).
- Minimum of five years' experience designing, planning, implementing, and maintaining high-speed network cabling systems and IT facilities.
- Have 1-2 years of experience with Department of Defense (DoD) standards pertaining to the design and installation of IT infrastructure to support Protected Distribution Systems (PDS)
- Are knowledgeable in telecommunications/electrical/fire codes, and industry standards (ANSI/EIA/TIA, CNSSI, IEEE, NEC/NFPA, OSHA, and BICSI standards and guidelines).
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
- Proficient with a computer-aided design / drawing package such as AutoCAD, Visio, Revit, or Geographical Information System (GIS).
- Able to identify and convey Architectural, Electrical, Mechanical, and Physical
- Can provide sample documentation of a past design project that you personally led during the interview.
- Are a highly motivated self-starter with good organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Are able to coordinate multiple projects and set priorities in order to meet schedules.
- Have great interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to work with all levels of staff using tact and diplomacy.
- Have good written and verbal communication skills
- Capable of working effectively both independently and in team environments
- Are willing to work the occasional weekend and/or after hours as required to meet critical project/work-related business needs
- Capable of lifting 50-75lbs.
- Hold a valid driver’s license and maintain a good driving record.
- Can support occasional travel to support remote field offices
Special Skills (if applicable)
· Must be able to lift 40lbs, move equipment, rack and un-rack host/servers and network hardware.
Education / Certifications
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree in one of the following disciplines: Construction Management, Civil / Electrical / Telecommunications Engineering, or other IT related field
- AutoDesk certified in AutoCAD or Revit
Work Authorization
- Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain Secret level security clearance
- If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information.
Additional Perks/Benefits
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- 401K with Company Matching
- Tuition & Training Reimbursement
- Birthday off with pay
- Leadership Development Training