Sr VDC Coordinator

Overview

Jacobs challenges today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, and mission‑critical outcomes. The wireless telecommunications project lead will work on various projects assigned by a manager or lead engineer, leading the entire design process across data center environments.

This on‑site role is located at our Baton Rouge, LA site. While the opportunity is available at any U.S. location, we intend to hire the best candidates and work closely with clients in the Data Center market.

• Design Wireless systems in iBwave and EDX
• Coordinate with BIM designers to create drawing packages
• Communicate with AHJ’s, radio system owners, and carriers
• Create or modify Division 27 specifications
• Conduct site visits and review technical documents
• Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders

• Technical or associate’s degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum 5 years of experience designing wireless telecommunications systems, including LMR 2‑way radio, Public Safety DAS, and Commercial DAS
• Experience with iBwave, EDX, Atoll, LMR Planner, or equivalent modeling tools
• Experience working with clients to define wireless communication needs
• Proficiency troubleshooting field issues and optimizing networks during installation
• Thorough knowledge of NFPA 72, NFPA 1221, NFPA 1225, IFC section 510, and carrier KPIs
• Knowledge of NVIDIA GS, FCC part 20 and 90, FCC OET Bulletin 65, MOTOTRBO and DMR Tier III systems
• Experience with Navisworks and responding to RFPs
• Excellent project management skills and ability to create budgets, schedules, and risk mitigation plans
• iBwave Level 2 Certification required

• Designing Wi‑Fi systems
• EDX or Motorola design certifications
• FCC GROL and NICET Design Certification
• Multiple OEM product certifications
• Electrical Engineering or Communications Engineering degree; EIT or PE

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance; 401(k) and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount; deferred compensation options; unlimited U.S. personalized paid time off; seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonuses, and stock.

Base salary range: $ to $ per year. Pay is determined by location and other factors such as experience and education.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment.