Security Designer

Convergint Technologies Ltd•Calgary, AB

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Convergint is looking for a full-time, team-oriented, results-driven Security Systems Designer to join our amazing culture in our Calgary, AB location. As a Designer in our Security Team, you will be required to design, engineer and document installed solutions with moderate to higher levels of complexity according to project requirements. Proactively communicate with colleagues, vendors, consultants and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).

Requirements

Minimum of five years of previous experience required
Minimum two years of experience in security systems industry
Minimum of two years of AutoCAD experience
Solid customer focus and ability to work under pressure; ability to maintain awareness of, and seek to meet the needs and wants of the customer without being prompted
Solid knowledge of engineering principles and practices related to security and fire systems
Must be a self-starter
Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Solid organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
Solid proficiency in MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Solid proficiency in AutoCAD viewing software

Nice To Haves

Degree or Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or low-voltage systems design coursework strongly preferred
Relevant trade designation an asset

Responsibilities

Provides design or drawing assistance for projects during the development and as-built stages of the engineered drawings.
Works on projects with varying levels of complexity including the moderately complex design projects.
Obtains electronic plans from engineers/architects/owners.
Obtains design drawings from electrical contractors.
Creates engineered drawings (AutoCAD, etc.).
Prepares record drawings and O&M manuals according to project requirements.
Works from rough sketches, schematics, and verbal instructions.
Utilizes and maintain Convergint project design, documentation and submittal standards.
Ensures adherence to industry standards and codes as required.
Supports and maintain Convergint design standards.
Applies intermediate and advanced drafting techniques and knowledge of practical, electrical and fabrication problems.
Reviews scope, defined product specification, application and electrical requirements for code compliance and AHJ Requirements.
Work assignments vary and may be moderate and/or more complex in scope.
Participates in internal design review meetings as coordinated by the Project Managers.
Provides project team with all documentation according to Convergint standards and project requirements.
Communicates all design progress, committed completion dates, design scope revisions, and associated costs to the Engineering Supervisor/Manager.
Performs change-order work only with formal authorization to proceed.
Participates in initial site surveys and/or walkthroughs.
Prepares submittal packages according to project requirements or Convergint standards.
Revises submittals as required to gain approval.
Provides operational support for the sales phase of projects when needed.
Work may include providing training and work direction for other designers.
Acts as “our customer’s best service provider” at all times thereby ensuring Convergint is the customer’s first choice for service.