Data Center ICT/Telecom Engineer, Consultant

WSP•Troy, NY

1d•$96,800 - $135,000

About The Position

kW Mission Critical Engineering, a WSP USA company, is seeking a Telecommunications Designer to work from one of its offices in Troy, New York; New York, New York; Atlanta, Georgia; Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Tempe, Arizona; or Herndon, Virginia. The role designs outside-plant pathways and building telecommunications systems, including MMR/IDF, cable tray, wireless access point, and structured cabling layouts that support controls networks. The designer works across multidisciplinary teams on mission-critical facilities and supports projects through design and construction. The role also leads telecom design teams on projects and mentors junior designers. The successful candidate will be experienced with Revit and AutoCAD, knowledgeable about information and communications technology, and comfortable communicating with internal and external design, client, and construction teams. Project-site travel is required. WSP describes a flexible and agile workplace model and offers opportunities for professional development and career growth.

Requirements

3–5 years of experience designing low-voltage systems for high-performing commercial, industrial, or mission-critical/data-center buildings.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant work experience.
Experience with AutoCAD and Revit.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills; self-starter.
Ability to travel to project sites.
Track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP health, safety, drug/alcohol, and harassment policies.
Authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Mission-critical/data-center experience.
Experience with international projects.
RCDD and/or DCDC certifications.

Responsibilities

Work independently on BIM/CAD design assignments supporting multiple engineering disciplines.
Produce accurate 2D drawings and 3D BIM models using Revit or an equivalent BIM program.
Design low-voltage building systems, including telecommunications, audiovisual, security, and electrical/mechanical control integrations.
Meet project schedules while producing quality work.
Perform quality assurance and quality control of design packages.
Perform design tasks for site and building technologies, including telecommunications, audiovisual, security, and control integrations.
Support teams independently during project design and construction stages.
Research and recommend fundamental components identified in designs.
Develop equipment, conveyance, and device layouts, floor plans, and riser diagrams.
Prepare cable schedules and specifications.
Perform construction administration tasks.
Survey and evaluate existing conditions.
Work with multidisciplinary project teams to develop drawing and specification documents for architects, contractors, and building owners.
Demonstrate understanding of services provided by kW MCE engineering and design teams and related practices.
Implement best-practice procedures.
Integrate project requirements into mission-critical facility designs.
Attend and represent the Telecom discipline in internal and client-facing meetings.
Lead Telecom design teams on projects.
Mentor and lead junior designers.
Travel to project sites as needed.