Convergint is looking for a full-time, team-oriented, results-driven Security Systems Designer, to join our amazing culture. As a Designer in our Security Team, you will be required to design, engineer and document installed solutions with moderate to higher levels of complexity according to project requirements. Proactively communicate with colleagues, vendors, consultants and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).

WHO WE ARE

With 20-years of proven growth and exceptional performance, our mission is to be our customer’s best service provider. We realize the importance of diversity in achieving that goal. Our company was built upon a solid foundation of 10 Values and Beliefs which drive our unmatched culture, making us the #1 global, serviced-based systems integrator in the industry. We take great pride in protecting the lives and assets of our customers and their communities with the solutions we provide.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 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

• 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.