Systems Specialist Technology, Data Center Focus – Philadelphia

Bala consulting Engineers•Radnor Township, PA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Bala Consulting Engineers is hiring a building technology systems designer to work onsite in its Wayne, Pennsylvania office. The position partners with Bala’s enterprise technology team to develop its growing data center offerings. The role focuses on data center telecommunications and supports project design and documentation from programming through construction administration. It works closely with architects, MEP engineers, technology stakeholders, and clients to deliver coordinated, code-compliant, and resilient building systems. The Systems Specialist designs, documents, and coordinates building technology systems, with a focus on telecommunications infrastructure. The role also provides technical support and quality assurance across Bala’s offices and may assist project managers with design and documentation across the firm’s vertical markets. The successful candidate will develop proficiency in Bala’s technology deliverables, including drawing creation in REVIT and AutoCAD, maintain current certifications, and pursue learning and credentials aligned with the firm’s goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or associate degree in a relevant engineering, design, or management discipline, or a history of continuing education and certification in technology design for the built environment.
Strong interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

Industry certifications such as BICSI RCDD, OSP, DCDC, or similar.
Prior experience in the data center market.

Responsibilities

Design and document telecommunications systems, including structured copper and fiber cabling, equipment rooms, MDF/IDF layouts and pathways, backbone and horizontal distribution, and carrier demarcation and service provider coordination.
Coordinate with Bala’s Audiovisual and Security teams.
Develop system concepts, basis-of-design narratives, and performance criteria aligned with client IT and security standards.
Interface with clients and attend project meetings and site visits.
Develop scope-of-responsibility documents and other coordination materials.
Provide technical resources across Bala’s offices and interact with other practice groups on vertical-market strategic issues.
Provide QA/QC for technology-related projects.
As workload requires, assist project managers with design and documentation across Bala’s vertical markets.
Become proficient in creating Bala technology deliverables, including drawings in REVIT and AutoCAD.
Maintain current certifications and pursue learning opportunities and additional credentials that support Bala’s vertical-market goals.
Identify areas for subject-matter expertise and develop alternative service offerings.