Position Summary:

The Certified Designer will be responsible for designing multiple projects, directing and/or leading other design professionals within their discipline, and working with other design disciplines internal and external to PEC to develop engineering solutions for PEC’s Clients. This position will be responsible for providing design deliverables for a variety of projects, while maintaining PEC’s standard of excellence. This position utilizes BIM/CAD software, hand calculations, and computer-based calculations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible for project completion in accordance with quality assurance policies, standards and project specifications
Prepare and review technology plans and drawings
Assist in the preparation of project proposals, cost estimates, and feasibility studies
Perform and/or direct technology design, coordination with other design staff for construction documents and specification production in compliance with building codes, construction administration, and development of reports/studies
Serve as an advisor to the Project Manager, identify and communicate any potential risk to the project in a timely fashion
Perform and/or direct design computations by hand and by computer software
Use experience, education, and judgement to make informed decisions. Retain knowledge and build on previous experiences to increase capabilities in breadth and complexity

Organize multiple projects and tasks and complete them in a timely manner, on schedule, and per PEC Standards. Oversee tasks that have been delegated to other designers and support staff

Effectively communicate and coordinate with the design team to complete design tasks on numerous projects

Perform quality control reviews at appropriate milestones
Mentor, train and develop less experienced staff
Participate in business development activities to include developing and maintaining relationships with clients
Travel is required on an occasional, as‑needed basis and will vary by project; some assignments may require periodic monthly travel, while others may require little to no travel.
Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the company’s discretion

Special Knowledge, skills and abilities:

Ability to work independently and with others, with minimal supervision
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in preparing engineering plans, reports, and documentation
Familiarity with local regulations, permitting processes, and design standards
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Knowledge and skill in determining project requirements, setting project scope of work, determining design budgets, determining preliminary construction budgets, and review of contracts
Strong work ethic

Experience with industry accepted software as described below:

AutoDesk Revit
AutoDesk AutoCAD
Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Bluebeam Revu
AFMG EASE preferred
AFMG EASERA preferred

Experience with codes and regulations, interpreting plans, and design discipline specific project components as described below:

Access Control, Intrusion Detection, and Closed-Circuit Television System Design (Security) preferred
Audio-Visual System Design preferred
Public Address and Paging System Design preferred
Telecommunications Cabling Design including Horizontal and Backbone
Outside Plant (OSP) Cabling Design preferred
Wi-Fi Network Design preferred
Fire Alarm System Design preferred
Nurse Call System Design preferred
Distributed Antenna systems Design for Cellular and Responder Radios preferred
Conduit and Pathway for Technology System Design preferred
Cyber-Security Controls Design preferred

Education and Experience:

Associate degree in appropriate field of study from an accredited college required
B.S. Degree in an appropriate field of study from an accredited college is preferred
Minimum four (4) years of experience in technology preferred

License and Certification:

Avixa CTS-D, BICSI RCDD, or ISC2 CISSP required

Work Environment:

PEC values a healthy work environment, and we focus on working efficiently and collaboratively to ensure quality and productive work as well as quality time away from the office. The work environment is business casual, friendly, respectful, and team oriented with daily peer interactions regarding work progress, client needs and project-specific technical issues. We strive to create an enjoyable work environment with support and opportunities for positive career growth. Much of the work will be conducted within an office setting with frequent sitting, reaching and manipulation of objects, tools and/or controls. The position requires mobility. Duties involved require moving materials that weigh up to 10 pounds on a regular basis and up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis. Manual dexterity and coordination are required over 50% of the work period while operating equipment such as computer keyboard, mouse, calculator and similar machines. At times, bending, reaching, standing, and walking may be required.

Supervisory Responsibilities (if there are no supervisor responsibilities, put N/A):

PEC is an AA/EEO/Veteran/Disabled employer.

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