Technology Project Engineer

Job Description

Description:

The position provides technology engineering consultation and design services for the building construction industry. The candidate must be capable of participating as a team member in the technical development of schematic, design development, construction documents, specifications, and construction administration for institutional, retail, and commercial building projects.

Thorson Baker + Associates, Inc. is a mid-size multi-discipline consulting engineering firm specializing in institutional and commercial building design throughout the United States and Puerto Rico where we help build the future.

We design the buildings where we work and play, schools and universities where our children learn, healthcare facilities for our continued well-being, elderly living and retirement communities for our senior citizens and the retail and entertainment complexes where we shop and enjoy our leisure. All this is with a concern for sustainability and the future of our environment. Join TBA and help us build the places where we live, learn and work in communities nationwide.

Design of datacom and low voltage systems, such as:

Structured Cabling, including copper and fiber

Wired and Wireless Networks

VoIP Telephone

Commercial and Professional A/V

CATV Distribution

Sound Reinforcement

Access Control & Intrusion Detection

Video Surveillance

Distributed Antenna Systems

Prepare calculations and well-coordinated, technically sound construction documents that are cost effective, clear, efficient, and constructible in a friendly work environment.

Communicate and coordinate with architects, owners, other engineering disciplines, vendors, building officials, other consultants, etc. throughout the design phases of the building project.

Must meet client schedules and internal design and construction administration time budgets.

Conduct pre-design building observations to assess existing condition of technology systems and provide recommendations.

Office construction administration including review of shop drawings, respond to RFI’s, and coordinate with contractors, design team, building officials, owner, etc. through the construction phase of the building project.

Able to travel nationally for pre-design site visits, design meetings, construction phase site observations, etc. and prepare detailed technical narrative reports.

Stay up to date with the latest IT trends and emerging technologies by attending industry conferences, taking online classes, being active in professional organizations, etc.

Requirements:

Minimum 3 years experience in the design of Datacom and Low Voltage Systems.

Bachelor of Science degree in Electronic Engineering or Electronic Technology or an Associate’s degree in a Telecommunications field, preferred.

Industry certifications such as RCDD, CTS a plus.

Experience with predictive analysis software for acoustics such as EASE, CATT-Acoustic, or for Wi-Fi, Ekahau Site Survey, or AirMagnet, preferred.

Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.

Efficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Familiar with AutoCAD and Revit.

Capable of attending and engaging in meetings with clients, owners, contractors, etc. in a positive and productive manner.

Possess a good work ethic and be efficient in job duties.

Willing to work extra hours above 40 hours a week when necessary to meet project deadlines and client demands.

Thorson Baker + Associates offers a flexible starting time:

8 hours Monday-Friday

8.5 hours Monday-Thursday with 6-hour Fridays

9 hours Monday-Thursday with 4-hour Fridays

Benefits:

401K

401K Matching

Free vision insurance

Free Dental Insurance

Free Short-Term Disability

Free Long-Term Disability

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Our company culture includes, but is not limited to:

Memorable and unique social events.

Monthly catered birthday lunches

Thanksgiving turkeys and pies.

Christmas parties and employee appreciation box of assorted treats.

(2) Yearly company golf outings.

Work from home flexibility.

Work, life balance.

Full-time