Telecommunications Designer

DLR Group is an integrated design firm dedicated to elevating the human experience through design. We are seeking a Telecommunications Designer to prepare telecom network cabling infrastructure design from schematic through construction administration.

As a Telecommunications Designer at DLR Group you will be responsible for preparing the design of telecommunications Network Cabling Infrastructure from schematic design through construction administration on a wide range of building types. You will participate in the design process of technology systems, preparing detailed telecommunication plans and specifications.

• Charlotte
• Cleveland
• Dallas
• Denver
• Fort Worth
• Houston
• Los Angeles
• Phoenix
• Portland
• Omaha
• Overland Park
• Washington, DC

• Assist in developing project objectives, goals, and documentation policies
• Meet with client IT staff to determine project requirements and goals
• Develop telecommunications cabling infrastructure designs from concept through completion of construction
• Prepare telecom cabling infrastructure plans and specifications
• Prepare detailed telecom systems reports and narratives
• Coordinate telecom design requirements with architecture, structure, mechanical, electrical, and other disciplines

• Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) certification through BICSI
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the evaluation/design of telecommunications cabling infrastructure systems
• Experience with building construction documents
• Experience with BIM (Autodesk Revit) and AutoCAD workflow
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work within an active, multi‑disciplined environment
• Ability to meet deadlines for multiple projects
• Ability to design and detail telecommunications plans and specifications in conjunction with in‑house architects, engineers, and specialty design staff
• Availability to travel for job meetings, site visits, and project interviews
• Proficiency with a PDF mark‑up tool (e.g., Bluebeam)

• Experience with a consulting engineering or A/E firm as a telecom cabling infrastructure designer
• Experience with sustainable building design
• Experience in facility types that coincide with the firm’s market channels (K‑12 education, higher education, healthcare, justice + civic, sports, and workplace)
• Degree from an accredited university in telecommunications design, electrical engineering, or a related discipline

Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays and paid time off. We also offer a 401(k) plan, employee stock ownership, and bonus opportunities.

Pay Range: $80,000 – $140,000 USD (based on location, experience, and skills).

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Architecture and Planning

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.

DLR Group follows a four‑day in‑office work model, with employees having the flexibility to work somewhere else on Fridays.