ICT Security Designer

Overview

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. We empower everyone to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day, fostering inclusion throughout our company and communities. This role is part of HDR's Building Engineering Services Group, helping design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes spaces where people work, connect, and thrive.

Our work spans high-performance data centers, dynamic commercial environments, and the integration of mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. This is a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

• The Telecommunications/Security Designer will be expected to complete a variety of project tasks including but not limited to the following
• Strong general engineering knowledge of either the telecommunications (Horizontal/Backbone cabling and pathways) or electronic security systems (communications, electronic controls, CCTV, access control, UPS, etc.) and operational coordination with commercial hardware.
• Meet with project clients to evaluate, define and review customer needs/objectives and ensure those requirements are met within the project design.
• Define and develop complete project related construction documents to include all design documents (SD, DD, CD) to show design intent, project specifications and assist with system related activities within all construction administration (CA) activities.
• Coordinate with integrated, multidisciplinary project teams to develop functional requirements, system designs and other project related requirements.
• Develop alternative system design concepts, feasibility and trade-off studies and value-added engineering when required for projects.
• Maintain knowledge of current industry product offerings and research new emerging technologies.
• Provide Construction Administration Services such as reviewing submittals and responding to contractor questions.
• Assist in problem resolution and technical troubleshooting when field support is needed.

• Associate or technical school degree, or combination of education and relevant experience.
• 2-10 years of related work experience.
• Ability to meet deadlines, handle multiple tasks independently, on schedule and under budget.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).
• Ability to work in a high-velocity environment managing multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail and workmanship quality.
• Strong computer skills and a proficiency or ability to work in Bluebeam, Revit, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite; must be able to learn new applications quickly.
• Knowledge of engineering drawing and design standards and practices.
• Strong desire for continuous learning and professional education.
• Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Preference given to local candidates.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or combination of education and relevant experience.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute.

Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary

Location:

United Kingdom-England-Manchester
Industry: Building Engineering

Schedule:

Full-time
Employee Status:
Regular
Business Class:
Information Communication Technology (ICT)/Security
Job Posting:
Feb 4, 2026
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.