Junior Telecommunications Designer

JOB DESCRIPTION
WHO WE ARE

Supported by more than 3,000 employees in nearly 100 locations across the United States, we provide a full continuum of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management. Our clients include U.S. federal, state and municipal governments, foreign allied governments, and a wide range of commercial clients. Michael Baker is committed to delivering a standard of excellence that fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technological advancement to help solve our clients’ complex challenges.

ARCHITECTURE & BUILDING ENGINEERING PRACTICE

Michael Baker International seamlessly integrates all our service offerings – architecture, planning, landscape architecture, engineering, and management – to solve client challenges from multiple vantage points, providing unsurpassed holistic, sustainable, and innovative solutions. From high-profile, high-image landmarks to low-cost, utilitarian solutions, our professionals know how to balance image and cost appropriately for each unique situation. At Michael Baker International, we believe that the beauty of a project resides both in performance and aesthetics – “success” to us is measured by functionality, value, and exceeding clients’ expectations to “Make a Difference.”

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker International is seeking a Telecom Designer who, under direct supervision, will apply engineering fundamentals to designs by selecting and recommending design procedures and preparing preliminary design for engineer’s approval.

· Assists in the design of basic Low-voltage and telecommunications systems, equipment, components, and products for commercial, industrial, and domestic purposes

· Assists engineers and designers with the directing of activities to ensure that manufacturing, construction, installation, and operational testing conform to functional specifications and customer requirements

· Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to performs engineering tasks including creating plans, updating BIM and AutoCAD detail libraries and design tools, and coordinating drawing production in line with project requirements and in conjunction with other disciplines

· Prepares layout prints for supervisor or client

· Provides scopes of work, budgetary estimates, and design coordination with multiple engineering disciplines, and project architectural team

· Designs included Structured Cabling, Access Control, Intrusion Detection, CCTV, Audio Visual A/V, voice and data systems, communications room layout, and building infrastructure for low voltage systems

· Design experience covers several verticals including, but not limited to, higher-education, healthcare, government and commercial

· Develops construction specifications and construction drawings; performs change order cost analysis, field inspections, and witnesses field acceptance testing; facilitates contractor coordination; and reviews contract close-out documentation

· Occasional to moderate travel may be required

· Other duties as assigned

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

· Associate degree in related field preferred

· 1-5 years of related experience which should include experience with the following systems: Data/Voice structured cabling systems, audiovisual presentation and conferencing systems, wireless systems including Wi-Fi, public safety distribution systems, access control, intrusion detection and video surveillance systems

· RCDD Certification is preferred, but not required.

· Experience with Autodesk Revit/AutoCAD and Microsoft Office (Word/Excel). Knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM) preferred

· Effective visual/verbal communication skills are essential. Candidates should possess a proficient understanding of inter-relationships among design/engineering disciplines, clients, and constructors

· Solid organizational and problem-solving skills with a strong attention to detail

· Ability to manage and prioritize project assignments to meet competing deadlines

· Ability to work independently and within a team setting to support proposal related projects and assignments

· Ability to provide support to local office, as well as assisting team members in other offices

· Ability to assist in developing strategic approaches and concepts

· Availability to occasionally travel for projects

COMPENSATION

The salary range for this position is $63,000-$78,000. This will be dependent on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidate. This role is also eligible for a discretionary bonus based upon corporate and individual performance.

MICHAEL BAKER INTERNATIONAL EEO STATEMENT

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified, and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.

ABOUT US
Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 80 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.

We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.

We Make a Difference.

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. As a covered federal contractor, Michael Baker International is required to comply with Executive Order 14042, Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors, and its implementing guidelines. If the federal vaccine mandate is found to be valid and enforceable, this will include ensuring that all covered employees are fully vaccinated for COVID-19, except in limited circumstances where there is a legal entitlement to an accommodate. In addition, you may be subject to current or future state or local COVID-19 vaccine mandates that could become a condition of your employment based upon your work location or involvement on a project. Accordingly, Michael Baker encourages you to provide satisfactory proof that you are “fully vaccinated” for COVID-19 so as to ensure compliance with any potential applicable federal, state, or local laws. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.