ICT Engineer III

DLB Associates

3d•$104,738 - $130,502•Remote

About The Position

The ICT Engineer III contributes to ICT design and project management activities for mission-critical hyperscale and colocation data centers, as well as smart building and smart city projects. The role collaborates with design staff and ICT technical staff to support project management, design, and drafting efforts. The engineer receives limited day-to-day direction and general instruction on new projects, works independently or under limited supervision, and assists project leadership with complex automation projects. The position is remote and may involve travel to project locations across the United States. The role primarily involves ICT engineering design, including structured cabling, security, and audiovisual systems; design computations and analysis; fiber and copper plant design; route and utilization planning; drawing production using AutoCAD and Revit; specification and construction document preparation; project coordination; scope and schedule management; peer reviews; and existing-condition surveys. Administrative work includes reporting, project contract administration, time management, and departmental reports. The employee is also expected to use and adapt to AI-enabled and other digital tools to improve efficiency and support high-quality work.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
Experience with Revit modeling software.
Knowledge of fiber-optic components, cabling, and interconnect products.
Knowledge of ICT structured cabling design technologies and standards.
Knowledge of audiovisual, access control, and CCTV design and standards.
Intermediate-level Revit skills.
Intermediate-level skills with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams, and strong file-management organization.
Accuracy and attention to detail when completing assignments.
Ability to use AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, optimize operational processes, and contribute to innovation.
Ability to follow company and site safety requirements.
Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports, and correspondence.
Effective oral and written communication skills for technical and non-technical information.
Ability to communicate directly with clients and sometimes serve as the primary client contact.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team with moderate supervision.
Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to work successfully in a remote environment through effective communication, organization, self-motivation, proactiveness, and resourcefulness in a distraction-free workspace.
Ability to work in interdepartmental groups and multi-role efforts.
Ability to identify and analyze complex problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions.
Ability to plan and delegate the work of others.

Nice To Haves

At least five years of engineering and project management experience on ICT projects, including at least two years working on mission-critical data center design projects.

Responsibilities

Perform ICT design tasks for structured cabling, security, and audiovisual systems.
Perform computation, analysis, and design tasks for complex projects, components, and systems.
Develop scalable fiber-optic and copper-plant designs with minimal supervision.
Determine physical-layer routes and utilization with minimal supervision.
Use AutoCAD and Revit to prepare drawings and visual aids.
Review and/or prepare book or sheet specifications.
Manage project design teams effectively, including resource forecasting and coordination.
Identify potential project scope changes and help develop strategies to minimize impacts and control deviations from estimated costs and deadlines.
Perform QA/QC peer reviews on projects where not serving as the lead design engineer.
Survey existing building conditions and prepare technical reports of findings.
Collect data and other information for construction documents.
Prepare project design, specification, and construction documents.
Review and distribute daily reporting.
Administer project contracts.
Manage personal and project hours using company tools.
Create and complete departmental reports.
Use AI-enabled and digital tools to enhance efficiency, reduce manual effort, and support consistent, high-quality work.
Identify process improvement opportunities and learn new technologies, skills, and methods.
Adapt to emerging technologies and digital workflows and support adoption of innovative tools.
Complete assigned tasks and deliverables on time and on budget.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Choice of comprehensive medical plans, including two PPO-style plans and a high-deductible health plan with HSA option.
Flexible spending accounts.
Dental and vision plans.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits extended to a spouse or domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26.
401(k) with company match and self-directed brokerage account option.
Paid time off, including additional paid time off during the last week of the year.
Company-paid life insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
Short- and long-term disability and AD&D coverage.
Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and professional licensing assistance.
Paid parental leave after one year of employment.