Telecommunications / Security Designer

HDR, Inc.

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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story:‘ https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story’

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you’re optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Telecommunications/Security Designer, we’ll count on you to:
    • Have strong general engineering knowledge of either the telecommunication (Horizontal/Backbone cabling and pathways) or electronic security systems (communications, electronic controls, CCTV, access control, UPS, etc.) and operational coordination with commercial hardware.

    • Meet with project clients to evaluate, define and review customer needs/objectives and insure those requirements are met within the project design.

    • Define and develop complete project related construction documents to include all design documents (SD, DD, CD) to show design intent, project specifications and assist with system related activities within all construction administration (CA) activities.

    • Coordinate with integrated, multidisciplinary project teams to develop functional requirements, system designs, and other project related requirements.

    • Develop alternative system design concepts, feasibility and trade-off studies and value-added engineering when required for projects.

    • Maintain knowledge of current industry product offerings and research new emerging technologies.

    • Provide Construction Administration Services such as reviewing submittals and responding to contractor questions.

    • Assist in problem resolution and technical troubleshooting when field support is needed.

Due to client contract requirements, US-born citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

    • Associate or technical school degree, or combination of education and relevant experience.

    • 5years of related work experience.

    • Ability to meet deadlines, handle multiple tasks independently, on schedule, and under budget.

    • Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).

    • Ability to work in a high-velocity environment managing multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail and workmanship quality.

    • Strong computer skills and proficiencyto workinBluebeam, Revit,AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite, must be able to learn new applications quickly.

    • Knowledge of engineering drawing and design standards and practices.

    • Strong desire for continuous learning and professional education.

    • Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

    • Preference given to local candidates

Required Qualifications
  • Technical degree or a minimum of 3 years related industry experience
  • Technically qualified with 3D design software and document management infrastructure
  • Competency of Microsoft Office products and communication tools
  • Experience with 3D Coordination tools
  • Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational traits are essential
  • Intermediate understanding of engineering or architectural concepts

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location: United States-Virginia-Glen Allen
Industry: Building Engineering
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Regular
BusinessClass: Information Communication Technology (ICT)/Security
Job Posting: Dec 8, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.
USA: We are a Federal Contractor, Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified candidates regardless of minority, veteran, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or any other status protected by law.
CANADA: We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
AUSTRALIA: We consider all qualified candidates regardless of gender, ethnicity, country of birth, political or religious affiliation, health status, or any other status protected by law.
At HDR, health and safety matters.
For some positions, you may be required to provide drug and alcohol testing, before or during employment, based on our Drug Testing and Drug Free Workplace Policy.
If you are required to drive for us, we require a valid driver’s license and compliance with our vehicle policy.

 

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