Telecom and Safety & Security Low Voltage Design Specialist

Telecom and Life Safety & Security Low Voltage Design Specialist

Jacobs is seeking a Telecommunications (Communications Systems) Designer who is passionate about contributing to projects that form the backbone of our clients’ operations. You’ll collaborate on diverse projects, working closely with leadership and Project Managers throughout the full design lifecycle—from conceptual design and assessments to construction administration and client coordination.

At Jacobs, our Communications Systems Designers are at the heart of creating innovative, reliable, and future-ready technology infrastructure. You’ll design and develop technology systems for building projects, including telecommunications, electronic security, audio-visual, and related low-voltage systems.

• Design and develop technology systems for building projects, including telecommunications, electronic security, audio-visual, and related low-voltage systems.
• Prepare engineering drawings, specifications, and reports, and review technical documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Manage project assignments with minimal supervision while providing guidance and direction to supporting team members.
• Participate in multi-discipline coordination meetings to ensure seamless system integration across design trades.
• Collaborate closely with Jacobs’ Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teams to leverage global expertise and digital delivery tools.

• Minimum 5 years of experience designing communications systems for buildings.
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Familiarity and demonstrated knowledge of ANSI/TIA and BICSI standards.
• Strong written, visual, and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and time management abilities.
• High school diploma (or equivalent).
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Self-motivation and the ability to coordinate with multiple disciplines and clients effectively.

• Credentials as an RCDD or working towards this title (BICSI RCDD certification).
• Experience with CSI Divisions 27 & 28.

The base salary range for this position is $91,400.00 to $ per year. Your actual pay will be based on your skills, experience, and applicable location.

Health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and your well-being. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs offers 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.

Some roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, discretionary bonuses, and stock opportunities. We support a hybrid work policy enabling in-person collaboration at Jacobs offices/projects and remote work where feasible.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job posted on October 23, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.