Low Voltage Systems Designer

Company Overview:

PACE Collaborative is a multi-discipline consulting engineering firm that specializes in Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Protection, building Special Systems and BIM Services. PACE is a 100+/- person firm that has been in business for over 40 years and has offices in Virginia Beach and Richmond. We foster a comfortable and collaborative working environment. Benefits include 100% employer paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums, flex savings account, 401k retirement plan, company profit sharing, and generous paid holidays and leave time. In addition, PACE is currently operating on a year-round “summer hours” schedule in which the office closes at noon on Fridays.

Description:

We are seeking a qualified individual to fill a full-time Low Voltage Systems Designer position in our Virginia Beach office. The preferred applicant will possess an understanding of the consulting engineering industry. The applicant will be involved in the design of low voltage systems for various Federal, State, Municipal, and private sector facilities. Examples include but are not limited to; office buildings, retail buildings, restaurants, hospitals and other medical facilities, military facilities, entertainment venues, museums, libraries, K-12 schools, higher education facilities, and multifamily buildings. The preferred applicant will have knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit software, Microsoft Office, the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code (NFPA 72), and other related building codes and standards. Knowledge of fire alarm, telephone/data, access control, intrusion detection, IP camera, and other low voltage systems is preferred. The ability and desire to learn these systems is required.

Requirements:

• Understanding of fire alarm, telecommunications, and other low voltage systems for facilities is preferred.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or REVIT design software is preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (or Engineering Technology) preferred, but not required.
• RCDD (Registered Communication Distribution Designer) and/or OSP (Outside Plant Designer) certification is a plus.
• Project management experience is a plus.

Compensation:

Salary is commensurate with education, credentials, experience, and abilities, and may be structured as either an hourly or salaried position, with a range of $25/hour to $90,000 annually.

Equal-Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

PACE Collaborative is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. PACE Collaborative ensures nondiscrimination in accordance with the Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact (757) 499-7223. Persons with hearing-and speech-impairments can contact PACE Collaborative by using the Virginia Relay Service, a toll-free telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD). Call 711 for TTY/TDD.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $52,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• designing low voltage & fire alarm systems for facilities: 2 years (Preferred)
• Project management: 2 years (Preferred)
• Revit: 2 years (Preferred)
• AutoCAD: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• RCDD (Preferred)
• OSP (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Virginia Beach, VA 23454 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Virginia Beach, VA 23454: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person