Senior Telecom Designer - Facility Engineering

Senior Telecom Designer - Facility Engineering

Arizona - Remote; Colorado - Remote; Colorado Springs, CO; Dallas, TX; Denver, CO; Fort Worth, TX; Lincoln, NE; Loveland, CO; Nebraska - Remote; Oklahoma - Remote; Oklahoma City, OK; Omaha, NE; Phoenix, AZ; Texas - Remote; Tulsa, OK

Company Description

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities, and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us - and will continue to allow us - to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

Job Description

Olsson's Facility Engineering and Design Team is at the forefront of engineering innovation, providing comprehensive services for data centers, healthcare facilities, large commercial developments, educational institutions, and military installations. Our expertise includes technical analysis, design services, and professional consulting, ensuring top-tier quality and world class installations. As a member of this team, you will contribute to diverse, high-impact projects, delivering engineering solutions that make a tangible difference in communities and industries.

As a Senior Telecom Designer at Olsson, you will play a pivotal role in designing and drafting advanced low voltage, telecommunications, and audio / visual systems in a collaborative environment. You will be expected to independently execute non-routine design assignments using your diversified knowledge of engineering and design principles. Your expertise will drive key elements of project success, ranging from detailed design work to client communication.

Responsibilities

Lead design efforts by applying your deep expertise in telecommunications, security, and audio / visual systems design, including MDF / IDF / Demarc room layouts, horizontal cabling, wireless access, surveillance systems, nurse call, and access control systems.

Utilize advanced CAD / BIM software to produce detailed designs for data center and building system layouts, cable routing, and equipment placement.

Collaborate with engineers and clients to recommend and execute innovative design solutions that meet project needs, ensuring high-quality outcomes and adherence to specifications.

Mentor and provide guidance to less experienced technicians, offering training and technical support to ensure project consistency and quality.

Manage project components independently, including overseeing design calculations, updating technical drawings, specifying materials, and reviewing project specifications.

Represent Olsson in client meetings, showcasing our technical expertise and commitment to strong partnerships and project success.

Conduct site visits to inspect project conditions and ensure design feasibility, with the flexibility to adapt to varying site conditions and weather.

Qualifications

You are passionate about :

Working collaboratively with others.

Having ownership in the work you do.

Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team :

Strong communication skills.

Ability to contribute and work well on a team.

RCDD certification preferred but not required. Must be willing to obtain RCDD, CTS, CTS-D certifications.

Experience in Cellular DAS, PSDAS, ROIP, and ERRCS design is a plus.

Solid knowledge in BICSI and TIA standards.

Experience working on Federal Government projects and familiarity with UFGS and UFC requirements is a plus.

8+ years of CAD / BIM experience, with proficiency in Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, and Navisworks considered a plus.

Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, geographic location, skills, education, and internal equity.

Colorado Pay Range

$95,000-$144,000USD

Additional Information

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we're here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

As an Olsson employee, you'll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you'll :

Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities

Receive an excellent 401(k) match

Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance

Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Please note : The benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. If you're applying for an internship, you can learn more about internship-specific offerings and experiences at Olsson by visiting https : / / www.olsson.com / internships .

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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