Sr VDC Coordinator

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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.

Your impact:
This job opportunity is available at any location in the United States. Ideally, selected candidates will be near a Jacobs U.S. based office, but we intend to hire the "best" candidates. At Jacobs we’re transforming intangible ideas into innovative solutions designing the future - today. If you are someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative work environment and who also enjoys working closely with clients in the Data Center market, this opportunity is for you!

This is an on‑site role at our Baton Rouge, LA site location.

We work on a variety of projects as assigned by a Manager or Lead Engineer. This position will play a role in the entire design process including but not limited to preliminary assessments, concept creation, leading designs with support from your peers, SME’s, and BIM designers, internal and external problem resolution, drawing and specification production, and customer and vendor accessibility.

• Work on multiple concurrent projects and ensure projects are completed on time.
• Design wireless systems for data center buildings which include Commercial DAS, Public Safety DAS, LMR, Site Radio, RoIP, Wi‑Fi and Tower Studies.
• Designing wireless systems in iBwave and EDX.
• Coordinate with BIM designers to create drawing packages.
• Coordinate with AHJ’s, Radio System Owners, and the Carriers.
• Create or modify DIV 27 specifications.
• Conduct site visits.
• Review technical documents.
• Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Technical or associate’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience actively designing wireless telecommunications systems, including LMR 2‑way radio (outdoor LMR, Site Radio, and RoIP systems), Public Safety DAS systems, Commercial DAS systems (OTA DAS, Neutral Host DAS, DRAN DAS).
• Minimum 5 years’ experience with iBwave, EDX, Atoll, LMR Planner or a combination of different modeling programs.
• Experience working with clients to help them identify their wireless communications needs.
• Experience with troubleshooting wireless communication system issues from field teams.
• Knowledge of Noise Floor, SNIR, Return Loss, and VSWR.
• Experience 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 and part 90, FCC OET bulletin 65, MOTOTRBO systems, Motorola R56 installation standards, and DMR Tier III.
• Familiarity with Navisworks.
• Self‑motivation to coordinate with other disciplines, project managers, and clients.
• Excellent project management skills including responding to RFP’s, creating a budget, maintaining a project schedule, and identifying 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 or Communication Engineering degree.
• EIT or PE.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well‑being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan.

Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards,…