IT Infrastructure Designer

Description

Are you a creative problem solver with strong analytical abilities?

Do you enjoy designing cable infrastructure systems?

Are you able to meet with customers to capture requirements and craft targeted solution?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team!

We are ranked as one of Computerworld 's Top Places to Work in IT, and we are seeking an Infrastructure Designer to support campus-wide IT infrastructure growth. The role blends technical design, project management, and customer engagement, focusing on structured cabling systems, IT facility design, and compliance with standards.

As an Infrastructure Designer, you will...

• Assess, identify, and collect IT infrastructure requirements (pathways, spaces, cable, power, cooling, etc...) to support existing and new facilities.
• Review design drawings and specifications submitted by outside design professionals and provide comments.
• Prepare floor plans, rack elevations, installation specifications, statement of work, budgetary cost estimates, schedules, and other design documents.
• Present and review designs with your customers.
• Work with our Contracts, Plant Facilities, and onsite installation partners to implement your designs.
• Conduct pre-construction design reviews, quality control checks, and post-construction code compliance inspections.
• Coordinate the construction and implementation of telecommunications and technology systems that support our unclassified and classified network environments.
• Coordinate site surveys, schedules, security escorts, and inspections with our customers and operation partners.
• Collaborate with internal design team to identify projects to improve our infrastructure and services.
• Periodically coordinate and assist internal IT teams and staff with day-to-day operations as assigned or needed to complete projects you are directly leading.

Qualifications

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

About Us

Why Work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation's most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work / life balance. APL's campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http : / / www.jhuapl.edu / careers .

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu .

The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education / training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and / or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Minimum Rate

$100,000 Annually

Maximum Rate

$227,500 Annually