RCDD Communications Designer - Federal

Black & Veatch Family of Companies•Orlando, FL

10d•$103,992 - $178,296•Hybrid

About The Position

As the Federal Telecommunications Engineering Specialist, you will have the opportunity to lead communication designs and coordinate with other disciplines. You will create conceptual and detailed systems designs, including producing design drawings, specifications, and design analysis deliverables. This role involves coordinating with a BIM/CAD team for drawing production, performing quality control duties and independent technical reviews, and managing assigned budgets, scopes, and schedules. You will also mentor and provide guidance to less experienced staff members. Additionally, you may perform fieldwork and write assessment reports, assist with the creation of design guides and templates, and provide support to business development or pursuit activities. As part of this role, you will be assigned to projects supporting U.S. Government Agency/Department clients. Due to the nature of the work, candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering technology or sciences preferred or any other degree, specialized training, or experience, that makes the individual uniquely qualified to perform the job responsibilities
Minimum of 5 years of related work experience
All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) certification (required)
Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of NEC, IEEE, EIA, TIA, BICSI industry standards, codes and best practices related to the design of Information and Communications Technology (ICT), low voltage, and telecommunications systems
Strong knowledge of structured cabling systems from a safety and constructability perspective
Strong knowledge of inside plant (ISP) cabling infrastructure to include telecommunications spaces and pathways, copper, and optical fiber cabling and connectivity
Experience in outside plant (OSP) design of copper and fiber optic communication systems
Experience in audio-visual (AV) system design
4+ years of experience designing applicable telecommunication systems
Certified Technology Specialist-Design (CTS-D) certification (preferred)

Responsibilities

Lead communication designs and coordinate with other disciplines
Create conceptual and detailed systems designs, including producing design drawings, specifications and design analysis deliverables
Coordinate with a BIM/CAD team for drawing production
Perform quality control duties and independent technical reviews
Manage assigned budgets, scopes and schedules
Mentor and provide guidance/instruction to less experienced staff members
May perform fieldwork and write assessment reports
May assist with creation of design guides and templates
May provide support to business development or pursuit activities