Designs code-compliant low-voltage systems for commercial and multifamily projects, including fire alarms, intrusion detection, access control, CCTV, DAS, LAN, and Wi-Fi networks. Provides technical support throughout bidding, design, permitting, and construction; evaluates existing designs for efficiency and value engineering; coordinates with clients, consultants, and project teams; and reviews scopes, specifications, plans, contracts, and applicable building, fire, and electrical codes.
About the Position
Calling all design enthusiasts! We’re searching for a talented Low Voltage Systems Designer to dive into the world of innovation at Power Design. In this position, you’ll use your creativity and technical prowess to craft cutting-edge, code-compliant designs, including device layouts, systems circuitry, calculations, and detailed drawings for fire alarm and low voltage systems. Ready to be a key player in shaping the future of smart and secure buildings? Learn more below and apply today!
Position Responsibilities
- Design low voltage systems, including intrusion, access control, CCTV, DAS, LAN, Wi-Fi Networks, and more for commercial and multifamily projects
- Act as a resource and provide technical assistance for multiple projects during bidding, design, permitting, and construction
- Provide efficiency reviews and/or value engineering options for existing designs
- Coordinate with clients, consultants, and project personnel
- Design code-compliant, contract-compliant, and cost-effective systems while reviewing scopes of work, specifications, plans, and legal contracts
Here’s What We’re Looking For
- Five or more years of experience with low voltage system design
- Knowledge of the technical aspects of fire alarm design, including high-rise design, smoke control experience, and systems product knowledge
- Proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office
- Understanding of building, fire, and electrical codes
- Demonstrate and uphold all of Power Design’s core values, which include integrity, accountability, teamwork, innovation, and growth
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salaries offered
- Flexible and hybrid work options available to support work-life balance
- Cutting-edge headquarters with an on-campus café, fitness center, game room with golf simulator, electric scooters, lake with running path, training facility, and tobacco-free campus
- Exciting, award-winning workplace culture focused on employee appreciation, recognition, and fun
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offered
- Short and long-term disability plans
- 401k with company matching and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options available
- Paid time off and company holidays provided
- Discounts to a variety of services, mental and physical wellness resources, free Care.com memberships, and other perks given to all Power Design team members
At Power Design, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Power Design believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is paramount to our success as a national company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool nationwide
Power Design, Inc. Austin, Texas, USA Office
Austin, United States
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