WSP in the U.S.
Job Description
Telecommunications Designer role at WSP in the U.S. Join our team and help design data centers and other mission‑critical environments for the world’s top Fortune 100 and hyperscale customers.
kW Mission Critical Engineering, a WSP company, is a high‑performance, fast‑paced consulting engineering firm designing data centers and mission‑critical environments across the globe. We hire smart, responsive team players to collaborate in office settings. Our mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, controls, telecommunications, and security building system designs keep many of the world’s top Fortune 100 financial, technology, enterprise, hyperscale, and colocation companies up and running 24‑hours a day, 365 days a year.
This Opportunity KWS Mission Critical Engineering, a WSP USA company, is currently searching for a
Telecommunications Designer
to work at any of our kW offices: Troy, NY; New York, NY; Atlanta, GA; Milwaukee, WI; Tempe, AZ; or Herndon, VA.
As a Telecommunications Designer, you will design outside plant pathways and building systems including MMR/IDF layouts, cable tray layouts, wireless access point layouts, and structured cabling infrastructure to support the Controls network.
Your Impact
Work independently to perform a variety of BIM/CAD design assignments supporting multiple engineering disciplines
Produce accurate 2D drawings, 3D BIM models using Revit or equivalent BIM program
Design low‑voltage systems for buildings including telecommunications systems, audio‑visual, security, and electrical/mechanical control integrations
Meet required schedules while producing quality work
Perform quality assurance/control of design packages
Perform design tasks for site and building technologies including telecommunications systems, audio‑visual, security, and control integrations
Independently support the team during design and construction stages of projects
Research and recommend fundamental components identified in designs
Develop equipment, conveyance, and device layouts, floor plans, and riser diagrams
Prepare cable schedules and specifications
Perform construction administration tasks
Survey and evaluate existing conditions
Work within multi‑discipline project teams to develop drawing and specification documents for issuance to architects, contractors, and building owners
Demonstrate significant understanding of the range of services provided by the kW MCE engineering and design teams & related practices
Implement best practice procedures
Integrate project requirements into mission‑critical facility designs
Attend and represent the Telecom discipline in internal and client‑facing meetings
Lead Telecom design team on projects
Mentor and lead junior designers
Who You Are The ideal candidate is highly experienced in Revit and AutoCAD, has a background in information and communications technology, and possesses strong communication skills and an interest in liaising with internal and external design, client, and construction team members.
Required Qualifications
3–5 years of experience designing low‑voltage systems for high‑performing commercial, industrial, or mission‑critical/data center buildings
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent relevant work experience
Experience with applicable software packages including AutoCAD, Revit
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Attention to detail, highly organized, self‑starter
Ability to travel to project sites
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and abiding by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol and harassment policies
Preferred Qualifications
Mission Critical/Data Center experience
Experience with international projects
RCDD and/or DCDC certifications
WSP Benefits WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability: medical, dental, vision, disability, life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation; paid parental leave; paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization; and an overall flexible, agile workplace model.
Compensation Expected salary (all locations): $79,600 – $113,850. WSP reserves the right to pay more or less based on internal equity and specific geographic location.
About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. With over 15,000 employees in more than 300 offices across the U.S., WSP designs lasting solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets.
Equal Opportunity Employer WSP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
Notice to Third‑Party Agencies WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes become the property of WSP, which may hire the candidate without a fee.
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kW Mission Critical Engineering, a WSP company, is a high‑performance, fast‑paced consulting engineering firm designing data centers and mission‑critical environments across the globe. We hire smart, responsive team players to collaborate in office settings. Our mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, controls, telecommunications, and security building system designs keep many of the world’s top Fortune 100 financial, technology, enterprise, hyperscale, and colocation companies up and running 24‑hours a day, 365 days a year.
This Opportunity KWS Mission Critical Engineering, a WSP USA company, is currently searching for a
Telecommunications Designer
to work at any of our kW offices: Troy, NY; New York, NY; Atlanta, GA; Milwaukee, WI; Tempe, AZ; or Herndon, VA.
As a Telecommunications Designer, you will design outside plant pathways and building systems including MMR/IDF layouts, cable tray layouts, wireless access point layouts, and structured cabling infrastructure to support the Controls network.
Your Impact
Work independently to perform a variety of BIM/CAD design assignments supporting multiple engineering disciplines
Produce accurate 2D drawings, 3D BIM models using Revit or equivalent BIM program
Design low‑voltage systems for buildings including telecommunications systems, audio‑visual, security, and electrical/mechanical control integrations
Meet required schedules while producing quality work
Perform quality assurance/control of design packages
Perform design tasks for site and building technologies including telecommunications systems, audio‑visual, security, and control integrations
Independently support the team during design and construction stages of projects
Research and recommend fundamental components identified in designs
Develop equipment, conveyance, and device layouts, floor plans, and riser diagrams
Prepare cable schedules and specifications
Perform construction administration tasks
Survey and evaluate existing conditions
Work within multi‑discipline project teams to develop drawing and specification documents for issuance to architects, contractors, and building owners
Demonstrate significant understanding of the range of services provided by the kW MCE engineering and design teams & related practices
Implement best practice procedures
Integrate project requirements into mission‑critical facility designs
Attend and represent the Telecom discipline in internal and client‑facing meetings
Lead Telecom design team on projects
Mentor and lead junior designers
Who You Are The ideal candidate is highly experienced in Revit and AutoCAD, has a background in information and communications technology, and possesses strong communication skills and an interest in liaising with internal and external design, client, and construction team members.
Required Qualifications
3–5 years of experience designing low‑voltage systems for high‑performing commercial, industrial, or mission‑critical/data center buildings
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent relevant work experience
Experience with applicable software packages including AutoCAD, Revit
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Attention to detail, highly organized, self‑starter
Ability to travel to project sites
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and abiding by WSP’s health, safety, drug/alcohol and harassment policies
Preferred Qualifications
Mission Critical/Data Center experience
Experience with international projects
RCDD and/or DCDC certifications
WSP Benefits WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability: medical, dental, vision, disability, life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation; paid parental leave; paid time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization; and an overall flexible, agile workplace model.
Compensation Expected salary (all locations): $79,600 – $113,850. WSP reserves the right to pay more or less based on internal equity and specific geographic location.
About WSP WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. With over 15,000 employees in more than 300 offices across the U.S., WSP designs lasting solutions in buildings, transportation, energy, water, and environment markets.
Equal Opportunity Employer WSP USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
Notice to Third‑Party Agencies WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes become the property of WSP, which may hire the candidate without a fee.
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