Communication Systems Design Engineer

Ronco • Albany, NY

7d • $72,000 - $130,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We’re not just hiring; we are building a world better than we found it, supporting those who serve the common good, assisting those who are most vulnerable, and helping keep our communities safe. To reach this goal, w e are seeking an experienced Communication Systems Design Engineer to join our Albany, New York Team. In this role, you will produce critical communication and life safety system designs in K-12 schools and healthcare facilities aligned with customer needs and Company business strategy.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Electrical Technology, or vocational/military electronics training, or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of related work experience in the deployment, installation, engineering, or design of low-voltage systems.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD for creating and editing technical drawings.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
• Basic math computation skills to include addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages and fractions.
• Computer skills to include understanding basic computer manipulation, managing computer files, word processing, using spreadsheets and databases, creating presentations, finding information, and communicating.
• Professional self-starter who is reliable, flexible, proactive, resilient, organized, and punctual.
• Effective use of Microsoft 365 suite of products.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively express ideas and information.
• Ability to thrive both independently and in a team environment.
• A high level of commitment to customer satisfaction.
• Ability to follow policies, processes and procedures.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and a commitment to quality of work.
• Ability to maintain industry-recognized technology credentials.
• Ability to occasionally work extended hours and on weekends to complete tasks.
• Maintain a clean driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Rauland, Centrak, Midmark, Biamp, or similar product experience is desirable but not required.
• We welcome candidates from similar industries or disciplines, including audio/visual, security systems, building controls, and fire alarm systems.

Responsibilities

• Design Nurse Call, RTLS, Wander Management, patient information and entertainment displays, Public Address, clock, and other critical communication and life safety systems.
• Provide cost determinations and budget estimations.
• Perform needs assessments and site surveys.
• Review bid documents and sales orders.
• Collaborate with the Sales and other Company teams on sales opportunities to create quotes, proposals, bills of material, and scope of work definitions.
• Validation of solution requirements, quotes and Scope of Work
• Create and modify applicable project drawings including floor plans, one-line, riser, and schematic wiring diagrams.
• Review bidding documents and Requests for Proposal (RFP) including plans, specifications, and addendums to create budgetary design and proposal.
• Create RFIs to address design issues identified in bid documents.
• Collaborate with project management and installation teams on scheduling, project requirements, and project design, deployment, and integration challenges.
• Support the installation phase of projects and ongoing service as appropriate.
• Produce as-built drawings for project closeout.
• Validate solutions and integrations in laboratory or development environments.
• Adhere to company and industry standards, building codes, and best practices for system designs.
• Maintain required manufacturer certifications and current knowledge of industry codes and standards, and technology business requirements, by participating in internal and manufacturer training, and self-directed research.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Ronco offers a friendly working atmosphere, competitive compensation, and benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, Life Insurance, Disability, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, a generous 401(k) match, nine paid Holidays, Sick Pay, and Paid Time Off), on the job training, and opportunities for promotion.
• We also offer a flexible hybrid working model of 3 days a week in-office, and 2 days a week remote.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree