
Security Systems Designer
- Calgary, AB
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Provides design or drawing assistance for projects during the development and as-built stages of the engineered drawings. Works on projects with varying levels of complexity including the moderately complex design projects. Obtains electronic plans from engineers/architects/owners. Obtains design drawings from electrical contractors. Creates engineered drawings (AutoCAD, etc.). Prepares record drawings and O&M manuals according to project requirements.
- Works from rough sketches, schematics, and verbal instructions. Utilizes and maintain Convergint project design, documentation and submittal standards. Ensures adherence to industry standards and codes as required. Supports and maintain Convergint design standards. This position will require the ability to apply intermediate and advanced drafting techniques and knowledge of practical, electrical and fabrication problems.
- Reviews scope, defined product specification, application and electrical requirements for code compliance and AHJ Requirements. Work assignments vary and may be moderate and/or more complex in scope.
- Participates in internal design review meetings as coordinated by the Project Managers. Provides project team with all documentation according to Convergint standards and project requirements.
- Communicates all design progress, committed completion dates, design scope revisions, and associated costs to the Engineering Supervisor/Manager.
- Performs change-order work only with formal authorization to proceed.
- Participates in initial site surveys and/or walkthroughs.
- Prepares submittal packages according to project requirements or Convergint standards. Revises submittals as required to gain approval.
- Provides operational support for the sales phase of projects when needed.
- Work may include providing training and work direction for other designers.
- Acts as “our customer’s best service provider” at all times thereby ensuring Convergint is the customer’s first choice for service.
- Solid customer focus and ability to work under pressure; ability to maintain awareness of, and seek to meet the needs and wants of the customer without being prompted
- Solid knowledge of engineering principles and practices related to security and fire systems
- Must be a self-starter
- Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Solid organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
- Solid proficiency in MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Solid proficiency in AutoCAD viewing software
- Minimum of five years of previous experience required
- Minimum two years of experience in security systems industry
- Minimum of two years of AutoCAD experience
- Degree or Diploma in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or low-voltage systems design coursework strongly preferred
- Relevant trade designation an asset
- Company Holidays and Paid Time Off
- Immediate comprehensive benefit plan (medical, dental, etc.)
- Employer contribution to RRSP;
- Work environment committed to safety;
- Colleague Assistance Program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Competitive salary and compensation plan
- Corporate Social Responsibility Day
- And much more…