Sr VDC Coordinator

Overview

At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. This is an on‑site role at our Baton Rouge, LA site location.

$/yr – $/yr

• Preliminary assessments
• Concept creation
• Leading designs with support from peers, SME’s, and BIM designers
• Internal and external problem resolution
• Drawing and specification production
• Customer and vendor accessibility
• Designing Wireless systems in iBwave and EDX
• Coordination with BIM designers to create drawing packages
• Coordination with AHJ’s, Radio System Owners, and the Carriers
• DIV 27 specification creation or modification
• Conducting site visits
• Reviewing technical documents
• Managing the relationship with internal and external stakeholders
• Ensuring projects are completed on time and within scope

• Technical or associate’s degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum 5 years’ experience actively designing wireless telecommunications systems, including LMR 2‑way radio, Public Safety DAS, Commercial DAS, OTA DAS, Neutral Host DAS, and DRAN DAS
• Minimum 5 years’ experience with iBwave, EDX, Atoll, LMR Planner or a combination of similar modeling programs
• Experience working with clients to identify wireless communications needs
• Troubleshooting wireless communication system issues from field teams
• Understanding of Noise Floor, SNIR, Return Loss, and VSWR
• Optimizing networks in design and during installation
• Thorough knowledge of NFPA 72, NFPA 1221, NFPA 1225, IFC section 510, Carrier KPI’s, IBC, FCC Part 20, Part 90, OET Bulletin 65, MOTOTRBO systems, Motorola R56 installation standards, and DMR Tier III
• Familiarity working with Navisworks
• Self‑motivation to coordinate with other disciplines, project managers, and clients
• Excellent project management skills
• Experience responding to RFPs, creating a budget, maintaining project schedule, and mitigating company risk
• iBwave Level 2 Certification required

• Experience designing Wi‑Fi systems
• EDX or Motorola design certifications
• FCC GROL
• NICET Design Certification
• Multiple OEM product certifications
• Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering degree, or EIT/PE

Our health and welfare benefits include medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may enroll in a deferred compensation plan. Jacobs offers unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, 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.

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.