Senior Technical Designer - Electronic Security

About the role

Meet with owners/clients to determine electronic security system needs.
Collaborate with Project Managers and clients to define project scope, security budgets, design strategies, and constraints.
Conduct threat and security analysis reports tailored to various facility types.
Produce contract documents including drawings, legends, details, single line diagrams, enlarged plans, elevations, and sections for sound technology design practice per Gresham Smith standards.
Design cabling pathways such as conduits or cable tray systems as well as proper bonding systems.
Maintain a high level of communication with other architects and other disciplines for coordination and setup requirements.
Ensure accuracy by regularly updating plans to keep the model up to date for coordination.
Assist in the development of electrical/technology design scope.
Assist with design and layout of electrical/technology components or systems.
Prepare redlines and clear direction for others on project team.
Increase quality by the regular review of equipment lists comparing to system single line diagrams.
Build greater knowledge base by attending manufacturer and vendor events.
Review shop drawings in comparison to design documents and provide initial review with comments.
Prepare addendas, ASIs, CCDs, and other submissions during the construction phase when providing changes to the construction team.
Research codes, standards, equipment and construction methods.
Assist in determining, analyzing and interpreting clients’ needs and requirements.
Collaborate with others to identify, define, and solve design issues and attend project meetings or internal team meetings, as requested.
Implement security system types and provide complete construction documents that match the client and project team’s requirements.
Assist in conducting a final review of the technology drawings.
Oversee projects and assist Project Managers with preparing and managing hours.

Responsibilities

• Meet with owners/clients to determine electronic security system needs.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and clients to define project scope, security budgets, design strategies, and constraints.
• Conduct threat and security analysis reports tailored to various facility types.
• Produce contract documents including drawings, legends, details, single line diagrams, enlarged plans, elevations, and sections for sound technology design practice per Gresham Smith standards.
• Design cabling pathways such as conduits or cable tray systems as well as proper bonding systems.
• Maintain a high level of communication with other architects and other disciplines for coordination and setup requirements.
• Ensure accuracy by regularly updating plans to keep the model up to date for coordination.
• Assist in the development of electrical/technology design scope.
• Assist with design and layout of electrical/technology components or systems.
• Prepare redlines and clear direction for others on project team.
• Increase quality by the regular review of equipment lists comparing to system single line diagrams.
• Build greater knowledge base by attending manufacturer and vendor events.
• Review shop drawings in comparison to design documents and provide initial review with comments.
• Prepare addendas, ASIs, CCDs, and other submissions during the construction phase when providing changes to the construction team.
• Research codes, standards, equipment and construction methods.
• Assist in determining, analyzing and interpreting clients’ needs and requirements.
• Collaborate with others to identify, define, and solve design issues and attend project meetings or internal team meetings, as requested.
• Implement security system types and provide complete construction documents that match the client and project team’s requirements.
• Assist in conducting a final review of the technology drawings.
• Oversee projects and assist Project Managers with preparing and managing hours.

Requirements

• Associate or technical school degree, or combination of education and relevant experience
• 12+ years of related and progressively more responsible experience in the consulting engineering field focused on Electronic Security System (ESS) design
• Security Certification CPTED or PSP (ASIS Physical Security Professional) is preferred but not required
• Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) is recommended but not required
• Experience with U.S. building design codes and material-specific standards
• Revit Proficiency required
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office (with an emphasis on Excel and Word), Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD, acoustic calculation software like EASE, BIM360, and Bluebeam

Qualifications

• Associate or technical school degree, or combination of education and relevant experience
• 12+ years of related and progressively more responsible experience in the consulting engineering field focused on Electronic Security System (ESS) design
• Security Certification CPTED or PSP (ASIS Physical Security Professional) is preferred but not required
• Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) is recommended but not required
• Experience with U.S. building design codes and material-specific standards
• Revit Proficiency required
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office (with an emphasis on Excel and Word), Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD, acoustic calculation software like EASE, BIM360, and Bluebeam

Skills

• Communication skills
• Project management skills
• Technical proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and related software
• Ability to conduct threat and security analysis
• Knowledge of U.S. building design codes and material-specific standards
• Ability to prepare contract documents and drawings
• Ability to research and interpret codes, standards, equipment, and construction methods
• Ability to collaborate with other architects and disciplines
• Ability to maintain accurate and up-to-date plans
• Ability to prepare redlines and clear direction for others
• Ability to build knowledge base through attending events and learning new technologies
• Ability to review shop drawings and provide initial reviews
• Ability to prepare addendas, ASIs, CCDs, and other submissions during the construction phase
• Ability to implement security system types and provide complete construction documents
• Ability to conduct a final review of technology drawings
• Ability to oversee projects and assist Project Managers with preparing and managing hours

Benefits

Professional Growth: In-house Learning, Tuition Reimbursement, Licensure Support, Professional Organization Engagement.
Culture that Cares: 93% of employees say they feel cared for, and 96% are confident in our future success.
Competitive Benefits: Flexible Schedules & Generous PTO
Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness Programs)
401(k) with Company Match
Short- & Long-term Disability, Paid Life & AD&DS
Supplemental, Critical Care, Pet, Legal & ID Theft Insurance
Family Planning and Parental Leave
Mass/Public Transit Program
Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program

Pay

TBD

Schedule

TBD