Career Opportunities: IT Telecommunication Designer (12209)

IT Telecommunication Designer

SmithGroup is an integrated design firm with a reputation for cultivating a top-ranked culture while pioneering award-winning innovative design solutions. We blend research, data and technology with ingenuity and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and create a more resilient future.

The Phoenix office of SmithGroup is looking for an IT Telecommunication Designer to join our team.

Working with us, you will:

• Read and review architectural, electrical, mechanical, structural design and engineering plans, consulting on space design, material selection, and MEP systems.
• Prepare program requirements and basis of design reports.
• Interface with clients, owners, and design team members.
• Prepare agendas, running design/coordination meetings and providing minutes.
• Prepare structured cabling design documentation, including drawings and CSI specifications.
• Review and approve shop drawings and product data submittals and respond to RFIs.
• Field coordination of installation work.
• Review and analyze test results.
• Perform systems coordination, specification writing, BIM modeling, CAD/drafting, field work, and product research and respond to client questions.
• Manage resources in the development of construction documents.
• Serve as a technical resource for others throughout the firm, providing thought leadership and subject matter expertise.
• 5-10% domestic travel may be required.

An ideal candidate has:

• A bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• 7+ years of consulting and design experience working as an IT/Telecommunications Designer.
• A valid credential in a relevant field preferred, including Registered Communications Distribution Designer, Certified Technology Specialist, Physical Security Professional, Certified Protection Professional, CPTED.
• Strong understanding of electronic security systems, network electronics, and audiovisual systems preferred.
• An understanding of the architectural design process and construction administration.
• High proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.
• Proficiency with Ekahau and iBWAVE preferred.
• Knowledge of industry standards including BICSI, IEEE and TIA/EIA.
• Knowledge of standard equipment manufacturers including Cisco, Aruba, Juniper, Extreme.
• Competence in Schematic Design reports, Design Development documentation and Construction Documentation phase of the architectural design process.
• Excellent writing, listening and verbal communications skills, with a strong commitment to learning.
• Strong organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and formal documentation.
• The initiative and ability to contribute to process improvements in addition to project work.

At SmithGroup, we are committed to helping our staff thrive with great projects and time to unwind. We offer flexible scheduling, a hybrid work environment, 3 weeks of PTO within your first year of employment with the option of purchasing additional time off, 8 paid federal holidays, plus 15 extra Fridays off! Our benefits plan includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellbeing resources, paid parental leave, a flex spending account and voluntary insurance options. We invest in your future through our 401(k) program with employer matching, tuition reimbursement program, one-on-one career coaching and professional development opportunities. While we may ultimately pay more or less than a posted salary range, at the time of posting the anticipated salary range for this position is $104,000 to $123,000 annually and you are eligible for a performance-based bonus each year.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete this application, interview, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to careers@smithgroup.com.