Senior Technology Designer

HDR, Inc.
Dallas, TX, United States
8 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
10 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Microsoft Office Microsoft Project Microsoft Visio Autodesk Autocad

Job description

  • Design and specify low voltage technology systems including but not limited to technology systems with structured cabling, outside plant and fiber optic systems
  • Understand medical technology systems design such as nurse call, patient EETV, physiological monitoring, EMS radio and distributed antenna systems
  • Take responsibility for complete set of construction documents
  • Recognize that assignments have objectives that require investigation of many variables
  • Independently perform low voltage technology/electrical engineering assignments with broad general instruction from Project Manager as to the results expected
  • Select and recommend procedures, security devices and equipment, write specifications covering all low voltage technology system matters, perform reviews, and work directly with owners as a part of project team
  • Assist other Designers, Project Coordinators or Technicians as needed, and be responsible for work in all phases of low voltage technology design process
  • Conduct QA/QC on work of other Project Coordinators or Technicians as needed
  • Perform other duties as needed

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or combination of education and relevant experience
  • A minimum of 10 years experience in low-voltage system design
  • RCDD (Registered Communication Distribution Designer) certification
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Familiarity with MS Project, MS Visio, Autodesk, SpecsIntact
  • An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

About the company

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:’ https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story’

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you’re optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence. In the role of Senior Technology Designer, we’ll count on you to:

  • Evaluate, select and apply state-of-the-art low voltage technology system, techniques, procedures, design and modifications, 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.

Our Commitment 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.

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