Telecommunications Designer
The Opportunity
A leading engineering and design firm supporting mission-critical and high-performance infrastructure is seeking a Telecommunications Designer to support large-scale data center projects. This is an opportunity to contribute to complex, high-impact environments where reliability, scalability, and performance are critical.
Role Overview
In this role, you will lead the design and planning of telecommunications and low voltage systems for data center and campus environments. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop detailed design documentation and ensure all systems meet industry standards from concept through construction and commissioning. This position combines technical design expertise with cross-functional coordination in highly complex project environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and plan telecommunications infrastructure for data center and campus environments, including fiber optic and copper systems
- Develop detailed design documentation such as floor plans, pathway layouts, rack elevations, and equipment schedules
- Produce structured cabling designs, including high-density fiber and backbone distribution systems
- Coordinate with engineering, architectural, and construction teams to ensure design integration and constructability
- Prepare and manage project documentation including specifications, standards, and design packages
- Support projects through construction, including responding to RFIs and reviewing submittals
Required Qualifications
- Strong experience in telecommunications or low voltage design, ideally within data center or mission-critical environments
- Proven ability to develop detailed design drawings and documentation for structured cabling systems
- Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary project teams
- Proficiency with design tools such as AutoCAD or Revit
- Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with data center campus planning or large-scale infrastructure projects
- RCDD or equivalent certification.
- Experience supporting construction administration or commissioning phases
- Background working on hyperscale, colocation, or mission-critical facilities
Work Environment
- Hybrid or remote
- Collaboration with national or distributed project teams
- Occasional travel to project sites or client locations
Compensation
- Bonus or incentive opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits package including:
- Health, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement savings plan
- Paid time off and professional development support
If this aligns with your background, feel free to apply or reach out to learn more.
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