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Communications Systems Designer (RCDD) - Federal
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A Telecommunications Specialist or Engineer designs or configures telecommunications systems, including electronic communication systems for voice, video, or data. Supervises system installation and maintenance.
$109,058 / year median in Texas
-4% projected decline
Job Description
At Jacobs our Communications Systems Designers work on various projects, as assigned by organization leadership or Project Managers. This position will play a role in the entire design process including but not limited to preliminary assessments, concept creation, design, problem resolution, drawing and specification production, and construction administration. Candidates must hold an active RCDD credential with proven experience in communications infrastructure design. An Electrical Engineering degree and PE license are preferred; candidates without a PE should possess strong technical knowledge of power requirements for communications systems, particularly rack and cabinet design and coordination. The Communications Systems Designer will work on several concurrent projects. This is a remote/office hybrid position based in Austin, TX. Telecommute from anywhere within the US while working remotely with project teams nationwide. Provide technical design of systems for building projects including telecommunications, electronic security, audio-visual systems, and related technologies. Responsibilities include preparation of engineering drawings, specifications, reports, and review technical documents. Will be responsible for completing project assignments with minimal supervision as well as directing to support staff to complete a project US Citizenship is required.