Jacobs · 18 hours ago
Telecom Systems Engineer (34408)
West Des Moines, IA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$70K/yr - $117K/yr
3+ years expJacobs is a company focused on solving critical problems for thriving cities and advanced facilities. They are seeking a Telecom Systems Engineering Professional to design and document telecommunications systems for advanced facilities, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver innovative solutions.
Civil EngineeringConsultingCyber SecurityIndustrialIndustrial EngineeringInformation TechnologyInfrastructureProfessional ServicesReal Estate
Responsibilities
Design and document telecommunications systems for advanced facilities, including Outside Plant (OSP), backbone distribution systems, communication room layouts, rack elevations, wired and wireless device plans, and cable schedules
Use Revit (and occasionally AutoCAD) to create fully coordinated 3D BIM models across all design disciplines (C, S, A, M, E, P, T, I, L)
Produce 2D construction drawings and ensure designs meet NEC, TIA, and other industry standards
Collaborate with designers, discipline leads, architects, and engineers to deliver accurate, constructible solutions
Gain opportunities to lead portions of design work with oversight, expanding your technical and leadership skills
Qualification
Required
Two-year technical degree or four-year non-technical degree
At least 3 years of relevant experience in telecommunications design and construction industry
Knowledge and application of BICSI (Building Industry Consulting Services International) design practices
Knowledge & application of NFPA 70 (NEC) as applicable to telecommunications design requirements
Knowledge & application of Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) standards
Experience leading telecommunications design team
Knowledge of design and construction specifications
Experience estimating and scheduling small to medium sized projects
Preferred
Associates or Bachelor's degree
At least 3 years of telecommunications design experience for semiconductor, data center, or advanced manufacturing facilities
Project management experience
Working knowledge of Revit and Navisworks design software platforms
Knowledge and design experience with paging, intercom and audio visual systems
Knowledge and design experience with life safety and security systems
Knowledge of control systems and network topology
One of more of the following certifications RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer), DCDC (Data Center Design Consultant), OSP (Outside Plant) or RTPM (Registered Telecommunications Project Manager)
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Basic life insurance
401(k) plan
The ability to purchase company stock at a discount
Deferred compensation plan
Executive Deferral Plan
Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees
Seven paid holidays
One floating holiday
Caregiver leave
Additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock
Company
Jacobs
Jacobs leads the global professional services sector delivering solutions for a more connected, sustainable world.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2023 (6)
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.1B2023-08-18Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2023-02-16Post Ipo Debt· $500M
1980-09-26IPO
Leadership Team
Bob Pragada
Chair & Chief Executive Officer at Jacobs
Paul Friedman
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