Design Engineer - Electronic Security

Diversified • Sterling, VA

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About The Position

Diversified is a global leader in audio visual and media innovation, recognized for designing and building the world’s most experiential environments. Our award-winning team specializes in delivering solutions for the most complex, large-scale and immersive installations. Serving a global clientele that includes major media organizations and retailers, sports and live performance venues, corporate enterprises, and government agencies, Diversified partners with clients to create spaces that bring people together and keep them coming back.
At Diversified, we're on a mission to create a world without boundaries, where technology enables all people to connect and experience the moments that matter, wherever they choose to be. With clients spanning the globe and an exciting pipeline of projects across industries, Diversified offers more than just a job. We offer a career path with the flexibility to grow personally and professionally, wherever your ambitions take you.
As a Diversified associate, you'll dive headfirst into big, complex, and rewarding projects that push the boundaries of what's possible. Plus, you'll enjoy a flexible work environment, competitive compensation and benefits, and a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion.
IF YOU CAN DREAM IT, YOU CAN DO IT AT DIVERSIFIED.
The Design Engineer (DE) is a member of the Project Engineering Electronic Security Systems (ESS) team and a supporting contributor to the support of client design projects. The DE reports directly to the Senior Manager for Project Engineering. The DE will provide support through the design project life cycle from sales concept to design development, construction drawings to construction administration support. As a technical resource on a project team, you will be instrumental in the determination and execution of client and system requirements and will collaborate with support teams to bring your design to life. Through our groundbreaking workflow, you’ll have access to incredible technology and tools to help you articulate and deliver your design while being supported by global resources.
The DE will be supported and mentored by Senior Design Engineers, and will maintain both primary and supportive roles on complex ESS projects through direction of the DEM.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Associates degree required and/or equivalent experience.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, BIM and MS Office 365
• 5+ years of experience in technical systems designing
• Ability to get a government issued Top Secret Clearance (US-based only)
• A clear understanding of project phases Program, Conceptualization, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documentation, Construction and Commissioning.
• A thorough, demonstrable understanding of the construction process, installation and integration as well as architectural and construction drawings and specifications.

Nice To Haves

• Certifications or training with Milestone and Lenel preferred
• Certifications or training with in Genetec, Avigilon and S2 preferred
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Other relevant certifications may be required or preferred based on the technology focus of the position.
• Detailed oriented, independent, self-starter
• Exceptional time management skills with a track record for meeting deadlines
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to analyze complex issues and communicate concise succinct messages
• High level of problem solving and technical troubleshooting skills

Responsibilities

• Contributor for complex engagements and works directly with clients and the Design Engineering team to develop specifications, designs, budgets, timelines and manage expectations.
• Conceptualize system designs and determine system requirements
• Provide technical expertise and coordination information to support the architecture, installation and planning of electronic security solutions
• Develop ESS project estimates and proposals
• Develop the Bill of Materials (BOM) and supporting documentation
• Develop detailed 30%, 60%, 90% and IFC drawings.
• Research, identify, and recommend technology options for clients.
• DE may have client interaction and contribute to the P and L performance.
• Project lifecycle is important and learning the standards our clients are comfortable with is just as important as selling new technology and solutions where they fit. The position bears the responsibility to develop long lasting client partnerships & work with team members to maintain the account on all levels.
• Maintains expertise in the industry through ongoing review of trade publications, participation in industry trade shows, seminars and educational forums. May author articles and/or analyze trends.
• Provides direction and counsel to junior personnel in engineering projects and guides issue resolution.
• Attend appropriate manufacturer trainings, attend or lead lunch and learns and continue online education.

Benefits

• Multiple medical plan options to suit your family’s needs
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401k with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Voluntary Benefits: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance, Homeowners and Auto Insurance, Supplemental Term and Dependent Life and AD&D, and Legal Services
• Commuter Benefits

What This Job Offers

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