Jacobs · 2 weeks ago
Telecommunications Systems Engineer (32103)
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$103K/yr - $150K/yr
6+ years expJacobs is a company that focuses on solving critical problems for thriving cities and advanced manufacturing. They are seeking a licensed Telecommunications Systems Engineer to lead design projects for advanced facilities, working closely with clients and design teams to create comprehensive telecommunications systems documentation.
Civil EngineeringConsultingCyber SecurityIndustrialIndustrial EngineeringInformation TechnologyInfrastructureProfessional ServicesReal Estate
Responsibilities
Provide telecommunications systems design documentation for client’s advanced facilities
Lead the design of everything from Outside Plant (OSP) to inter/intra-building backbone distribution systems, communication room layouts, rack elevations, wired & wireless device plans and cable schedules
Interface directly with client counterparts to design facilities to meet their needs
Produce complex design packages in coordination with architects and other discipline engineers
Leverage AutoCAD and Revit MEP design software to create fully coordinated 3D models across all disciplines
Complete designs and calculations in accordance with the NEC, applicable TIA and other industry standards
Qualification
Required
Two-year technical degree or four-year non-technical degree
At least 6 years of relevant experience in telecommunications design and construction industry
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
Experience editing design and construction specifications
Experience with start-up and commissioning of telecommunications systems
Experience estimating and scheduling design efforts for large multi-building projects with multiple phases and design packages
Strong structured cabling design background
Proficiency with Bluebeam
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Familiarity with Navisworks
Preferred
BICSI (Building Industry Consulting Services International), RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer) credential, or the ability to obtain in 6 months
At least 4 years of telecommunications design experience in semiconductor or data center industries
Project management experience
Working knowledge of Revit and Navisworks design software platforms
Knowledge and design experience with emergency responder radio and DAS (Distributed Antenna Systems)
Knowledge and design experience of telecommunications infrastructure for life safety and security systems; fire alarm, access control, CCTV (Closed Circuit Television)
Knowledge of telecom infrastructure for control systems
Experience in providing assurance and checking of telecommunications systems designed by others
Other certifications, such as BICSI OSP (Outside Plant) or BICSI RTPM (Registered Telecommunications Project Manager)
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Basic life insurance
A 401(k) plan
The ability to purchase company stock at a discount
A deferred compensation plan
The Executive Deferral Plan
Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO)
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
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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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