SSOE is seeking a Senior Telecommunication Designer (Data Centers) who will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of data centers and high-performance industrial projects. In this role, you will work closely with an exceptional and fully integrated staff of in-house engineering and architecture teams to ensure that these critical projects meet and exceed industry standards from scope development to commissioning and start-up. SSOE brings decades of experience in power-intensive, high-tech, and mission-critical environments throughout North America, making us an excellent choice for your next career move. 

The Telecommunications Designer – Data Center is responsible for the design, documentation, and coordination of telecommunications and structured cabling infrastructure supporting data center facilities. This position ensures systems are reliable, scalable, codecompliant, and aligned with owner standards and availability objectives. The role requires close coordination with multidisciplinary design teams and construction stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Design telecommunications and lowvoltage infrastructure supporting data center environments, including singlepath distribution with redundant critical components.
• Prepare complete design and construction documentation, including: Telecommunications floor plans
• Equipment room layouts and facility rack elevations
• Pathway layouts (conduit and cable tray)
• Equipment and cable schedules
• Develop structured cabling designs utilizing fiber optic and copper cabling systems (including highdensity and MPO solutions where applicable).
• Plan and document data center functional spaces, including: Main Distribution Areas (MDA)
• Horizontal Distribution Areas (HDA)
• Equipment Distribution Areas (EDA)
• Telecommunications Rooms (TRs)
• Coordinate telecommunications systems with architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, fire protection, and IT stakeholders.
• Knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and guidelines, including TIA, BICSI, NEC, and local AHJ requirements.
• Support Schematic Design (SD), Design Development (DD), Construction Documents (CD), bidding, and construction administration phases.
• Respond to RFIs and review contractor submittals and shop drawings for compliance with design intent.
• Participate in closeout documentation.
• Maintain detailed and accurate documentation in accordance with internal QA/QC standards.

Systems and Technologies:

• Structured cabling systems (fiber optic and copper)
• Data center cable management and pathway infrastructure
• Grounding and bonding for telecommunications systems
• Technology racks, cabinets, and enclosures
• Carrier entrance facilities and demarcation points
• Support infrastructure for LAN, WAN, ISP, NOCs and enterprise IT networks

Physical and Work Environment Requirements:

• Officebased design environment with periodic site visits.
• Ability to review construction areas, including equipment rooms and pathways.
• Occasional travel may be required to project sites.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary: $95k - $125k / year depending on location, education, experience, and certifications.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401K retirement savings plan (with company matching), professional development and training, generous PTO, and paid holidays.

Additional Perks:

• Continuous Learning: Embrace a culture of perpetual learning where curiosity is celebrated, innovative ideas are welcomed, and your career growth aspirations are fully supported.
• Career Stability: A diversity of market sectors, project types, and geographic locations that help insulate your career from economic ups and downs.
• Career Advancement: Embark on a structured career journey with abundant opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Holistic Compensation: A holistic approach to compensation and benefits that supports your physical and mental health, encourages work-life balance, and empowers your career advancement and financial success.