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Telecommunications Designer

Remote:

Full Remote

Contract:

Full time

Salary:

10 - 19K yearly

Experience:

Senior (5-10 years)

Work from:

Massachusetts (USA), United States

Offer summary

Qualifications:

Associates Degree or equivalent, 5 - 10 years designing low voltage systems, Proficient with AutoCAD and Revit, Strong knowledge of communications infrastructure, Eagerly pursuing or possess RCDD certification.

Key responsabilities:

Assist in developing telecommunication plans
Produce AutoCAD and Revit mark-ups
Create and modify project-specific details
Participate in construction administration activities
Engage in technical discussions with the project team

SMMA SME https://www.smma.com/

201 - 500 Employees

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Job description

SMMA has an exciting opportunity for a mid-level Telecommunications Designer to work on stimulating projects at our Cambridge and Providence offices. We are an integrated design firm that unites a dynamic mix of architects, engineers, interior designers, technologists, researchers, and industry experts, driven to provide responsible, well-crafted, venturesome, and beautiful design solutions to clients in the Boston area and beyond. United by a common purpose, we thrive on cross-discipline collaboration and welcome good ideas from wherever they come.

The mid-level telecommunications designer will assist the Lead telecommunications Designer in the development of plans and specifications for projects of various types and applications. A balance of technical, communication and organizational skills is needed for this role as well as an inquiring mind that thrives in an ever-changing technological field.

We offer a fast-paced, team-oriented environment that promotes intellectual and creative growth. Working alongside a project leader, the mid level telecommunications designer will be encouraged to provide new ideas and share knowledge that will advance each project, the firm’s mission, and their professional careers.

Key Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the lead telecommunication designer develop plans consisting of voice, data, security, and audio/visual designs.
Produce plan mark-ups for revisions to AutoCAD and Revit drawings.
Create and modify details tailored for each project.
Participate in construction administration activities such as reviewing submittals and performing construction punch lists.
Engage in technical discussions with the project lead or as part of a project team meeting.
Review plans with all disciplines to ensure development of well-coordinated construction documents.

Minimal Qualifications:

Associates Degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school.
5 - 10 years of experience in designing low voltage systems using AutoCAD and Revit.
Proficient with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Strong knowledge and fundamental understanding of communications cable infrastructure (e.g., voice, data, security, audio/visual), equipment and applications.
Eagerly pursuing or in possession of Registered Communications Distribution Design (RCDD) certification.
Knowledge or familiarity with applicable telecommunications standards (e.g. ANSI/TIA and BICSI)
Excellent organizational and communication skills.

About the Firm
SMMA is one of New England’s most unique design firms due to our composition, reputation, and focus. Cambridge-based since our incorporation in 1955, we offer an integrated, multidisciplinary environment driven by collaboration between architects, engineers, technologists, researchers, and industry experts. We focus on building lasting relationships with strategic partners in both the public and private markets.

As an employee-owned firm, we believe that good ideas are welcome from anywhere. Our work straddles seven markets— K-12, Higher Education, Corporate, Commercial, Life Science, Federal Government, and Advanced Technology—with the opportunity to work across a wide range of projects and specialisms. We offer a fast-paced, team-oriented environment that promotes intellectual and creative growth.

SMMA was founded by MIT and Rensselaer alumni who believed that the balance of architecture, engineering, interiors, and site design afforded clients the agility of a single source of creative and technical expertise. Today, we remain dedicated to this flexible, integrated approach. We are guided by a shared pursuit of design excellence, sustainability, and social responsibility.

Company Perks

Employee-owned firm with Employee Stock Ownership Program
Hybrid work-from-home policy
Competitive benefits including paid time-off, company-funded MA Paid Family and Medical Leave, company-paid dental plan, company-paid life insurance, and 401(K) matching
Employee Assistance Program (includes confidential emotional support, legal guidance, and financial resources)
Mentor/protégé program
Educational reimbursement
Licensure and membership reimbursement
“Lunch and Learns” with internal and external speakers

Please note: SMMA does not offer H-1B visa sponsorship for this position.