Senior Security Designer
HDR · Round Rock, TX · 2 days ago
On-siteConsultingFull-time
About the role
The Senior Security Designer will be expected to complete a variety of project tasks including but not limited to the following:
Responsibilities
- Attend new opportunity interview(s) with project principals or project managers.
- Develop scope and budgets for ICT/Security projects to assist internal principals and project managers.
- Meet with project clients to evaluate, define and review customer needs/objectives and ensure those requirements are met within the project design.
- Define and develop complete project related construction documents to include all design documents (SD, DD, CD) to show design intent, project specifications, and assist with system related activities within all construction administration (CA) activities.
- Cook up with integrated, multidisciplinary project teams to develop functional requirements, system designs and other project related requirements.
- Develop alternative system design concepts, feasibility and trade-off studies and value-added engineering when required for projects.
- Maintain knowledge of current industry product offerings and research new emerging technologies.
- Provide Construction Administration Services such as reviewing submittals and responding to contractor questions.
- Aid in problem resolution and technical troubleshooting when field support is needed.
Requirements
- Strong general engineering knowledge of electronic security systems (communications, electronic controls, CCTV, access control, UPS, etc.) and operational coordination with commercial hardware.
- Preferred Qualifications: PSP (Physical Security Professional) certification, Familiarity with Microsoft suite of programs, Familiarity with Bluebeam REVU, Experience with Data Center and/or Federal projects, High level of communication and coordination with a local team or teammates across the company, Ability to meet deadlines, handle multiple tasks independently, on schedule and under budget, Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).
- Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or combination of education and relevant experience, A minimum of 10 years experience in security system design and familiarity with Autodesk RCDD (Registered Communication Distribution Designer) helpful, An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or combination of education and relevant experience.
- A minimum of 10 years experience in security system design and familiarity with Autodesk RCDD (Registered Communication Distribution Designer) helpful.
Skills
- Strong general engineering knowledge of electronic security systems (communications, electronic controls, CCTV, access control, UPS, etc.) and operational coordination with commercial hardware.
- Familiarity with Microsoft suite of programs.
- Familiarity with Bluebeam REVU.
- Experience with Data Center and/or Federal projects.
- High level of communication and coordination with a local team or teammates across the company.
- Ability to meet deadlines, handle multiple tasks independently, on schedule and under budget.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).
- Knowledge of engineering drawing and design standards and practices.
- Strong desire for continuous learning and professional education.
Benefits
- As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive.
- We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration.
- Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment.
Pay
Commensurate with experience.
Schedule
Full-time
Employee Status
Regular
Business Class
Information Communication Technology (ICT)/Security
Job Posting
Jul 14, 2026