Low Voltage Systems Designer/Estimator

Qualifications:

Must have a high level of knowledge and hands-on experience with design and installation of Low Voltage Communications Cabling Systems, CCTV and Access Control Systems, Fire Alarm Systems, LED Lighting Systems, and Audio-Visual Systems integration for commercial, industrial, and educational clients.

• Great leadership and organizational skills

• Highly proficient in computer skills

• Must have high attention to detail, and be a self-starter.

• Must be able to read RFP’s and floor plans and provide proposals accordingly

• Experience in estimating and sales in the Low Voltage industry

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

• Work well under pressure and tight deadlines

• Strong organizational ability and time management skills

• Demonstrate problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

• Represent the company in a professional, credible manner in speech, written communication, and appearance

• Familiarity with Building Codes and Fire Alarm standards

• Must have experience with applicable software packages including Bluebeam, BIM, AutoCAD, Revit, etc..

• Ability to travel to project sites.

• Pass background checks

Responsibilities Include:

• Support design tasks for building technologies including telecommunication structured cabling, audio/visual and electronic security systems.

• Demonstrates significant understanding of the range of services provided by the engineering teams & related practices.

• Works independently, under general supervision, supports the team during design and construction stages of projects.

• Work within multidisciplinary project teams to develop drawing and specification documents for issuance to architects, contractors and building owners.

• Create detailed take-offs from plans and drawings

• Collaboration and coordination with internal project discipline team members.

• Researches & recommends fundamental components identified in designs

• Development of equipment, conveyance and device layouts, floor plan, and riser diagrams

• Preparation of cabling schedules, equipment lists, and bid specifications

• Attend client and design meetings

• Perform site surveys and walk projects with customer

• Perform project submittals & project closeout documentation

• Provide technical information and prepare proposals complete with bill of materials, labor, subcontract, and other charges as needed

• Create detailed project descriptions, SoW’s, & BoM’s, as well as information needed for an accurate and detailed job fill

• Keep informed of new products and developments

• Attend in-house training sessions and manufacturers’ training as assigned

• Continue developing professional via training

The ideal candidate shall have design experience with following:

• Wi-Fi technology (802.11x)

• IDF/MDF layout

• Rack elevation

• Cable management

• Grounding/bonding

• Twisted pair and fiber optic cabling

• Outside plant

• Video conferencing

• Audio distribution

• Unified communications

• Matrix switching

• Rack fabrication

• Conference/boardroom

• Dante

• Video Walls

• Sound masking

• Auditorium

• Training room

• Access Control

• Video Surveillance

• Network Switchgear

• Intrusion detection

• Surveillance Systems

• Access Control Systems

• Structured Cabling Systems

The following qualifications are preferred, but not required:

• RCDD

• NICET

• ESA

• BICSI

• FAL

• ACS

• CTS

• PSP

• CCNA

• CCIE

• Technical Degree

• A+

• Security+

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 – $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• North Richland Hills, TX 76182: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• Design: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location