Systems Designer

The System Designer I  will require to provide design, engineering, modeling, drafting and budgeting support for projects throughout the organization, across all North American Geographies.  Additionally, they will assist the Design Manager and teammates in continuing to build our company design standards, templates, blocks, families, details, and processes. 

Roles & Responsibilities

• Coordinate and interact with customers (end users, architects, construction managers, general contractors, electrical engineers and others) to understand their needs and then perform detailed designs of Security and/or, Audio-Visual systems as well as other Low Voltage systems such as Cabling and DAS.
  1. A Systems Designer may specialize in one Low Voltage Trade, but all Systems Designers are expected to pursue cross training across disciplines.
• Attend meetings both under supervision of a Senior Designer or the Design Manager, and independently on behalf of Paladin. Take and distribute accurate and timely notes to the team, follow up with action items assigned and communicate company commitments.
• Coordinate and interact with estimators and engineers throughout the organization, including all geographies across North America, to develop project budgets, technical design requirements and scopes of work related to the design of all sub-disciplines of “Low Voltage” construction.
• Coordinate and interact with the Sales team and other Project Sponsors to understand the needs and expectations of the client and project and to ensure the best possible client experience.
• Prepare detailed and accurate budgets, utilizing technical estimating resources where necessary.
• Perform electronic takeoffs using Bluebeam software as directed.
• Create AV system flow line diagrams.
• Support clients by developing AV Systems Program Report and Budget Estimate outlining proposed AV functionality, equipment, and the cost of implementation.
• Develop Security riser diagrams, door details, and mounting diagrams.
• Perform the Designer’s own drafting and modeling using Autodesk CAD and Revit software as needed and as practical.  Typical projects will include modeling and drafting to depict office spaces, conference and meeting spaces, Telecommunications and Utility Spaces, Data Centers, and others.
• Coordinate and work closely with Paladin’s Drafters and BIM Modelers to provide clear CAD requests, direction feedback, and guidance for Drafting and modeling work related to the Designer I’s projects that will be performed by the CAD team.
• Provide supplemental Peer Reviews of designs and documentation prepared by other throughout the organization as directed.
• Participate in both internal and external kickoff meetings as needed to support a smooth transition and exchange of information as a project passes from the design to the build phase.
• Perform construction administration on design projects as assigned.
• Provide advise, assistance and support to estimators, engineers, project managers and other Paladin employees when requested. 
• Provide support for existing or potential customers with the utmost professionalism at all times whether on the phone, in writing (email or text/direct message) or in person.
• Possess and develop superior communication skills, as well as various other “soft skills” such as approachability, emotional maturity, listening skills, adaptability, and interpersonal skills.

Required Qualifications

• 3 years of design experience
• 5 year of experience in the low voltage or technology industries

Preferred Qualifications 

• Competency in various software platforms typical in the design industry, including (but not limited to): AutoCAD, Revit, MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) MS Teams, MS Projects, etc.
• RCDD, CTS, PSP or other Low Voltage Design Certifications Highly preferred

Demonstrated Professional Competencies

• Effectively and professionally manage multiple communications platforms (email, collaboration/messaging (MS Teams)
• Increase AV & Security Systems knowledge periodically throughout the year
• Increase Networking knowledge periodically throughout the year.
• Maintain and increase industry recognized certifications like CTS, CSPM, etc.
• Maintain and stay current with Voice/Data Cabling Systems knowledge periodically throughout the year.

Physical Demands

In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, climb, walk, sit, push, pull, squat, crawl, and stoop. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel objects, and type on keyboard; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

Working Conditions

In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• The office is clean, orderly, properly lighted, and ventilated. Noise levels are considered low to moderate
• This is an office-based job

Pay: $90,000-$115,000 (DOE)

Company Info:

Paladin Technologies is a premier North American complex systems integrator for building technology solutions, including IP security, alarms & monitoring, audio visual, low-voltage infrastructure, and networking. As a leader in the design, deployment, optimization, management, and maintenance of communication and digital networks, Paladin can meet the needs of clients on a national scale, while providing local support. Our team is the best in the industry, with manufacturer trained technicians, PMP-certified project managers, CTS- and RCDD-certified design engineers, coordinators, and administrative resources.

Paladin has offices coast to coast across the United Stated and Canada, and nearly 1,500 talented and committed professionals dedicated to custom-crafting and installing technology solutions for clients requiring Integrated Security, Network Infrastructure, Audio Visual, Fiber Optics/OSP, Structured Cabling, and more. We are always at the forefront of the changing technology landscape, and through continued training, complex client projects, and company support, we provide our colleagues with exciting challenges and a rewarding career as Paladin continues to grow.

This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process, please send an email or call 858-668-1705 to speak with Human Resources and let us know the nature of your request.

We thank you for your application, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Salary : $90,000 - $115,000