As a Systems Designer, you will perform discovery and analysis of business and contractual requirements to define systems and sub-systems architecture and technical design packages. This position works in conjunction with Systems Designers/Engineers and the Project Management team to determine technical requirements for project work and to ensure fit and suitability of our product offering within the client environment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimum of three years of design experience in the security, low voltage or building automation industries
• A strong understanding of the physical security and/or IT industries, including an awareness of complimentary products, technologies, trends, and the general application of physical security technology
• Experience with the following technologies is required:
• Bluebeam Revu, IP networks, low voltage electronics, power and communications, Windows desktop operating system, Microsoft Office
• An understanding of and experience with fundamental concepts pertaining to IP networks, low voltage electronics, power, and communications
• A strong command of the English language supported by excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to simultaneously handle multiple tasks and projects and be responsive to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Post-secondary education from an accredited college, university, or technical institution in Business, Construction Management, Electronics, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field
• Highly developed analytical and problem solving skills
• Motivated self-starter with ambition to independently research new technologies as well as engineering and business methodologies/concepts

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• P.Eng, EIT, CET, or equivalent professional technical designation is preferred
• Field experience in a construction environment is an asset

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Must be able to effectively communicate, (i.e. see, hear, speak and write clearly) in order to communicate with employees and/or customers; manual dexterity required for frequent reaching, and lifting of small objects, and operating office equipment.

WORKING CONDITIONS: In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• The office is clean, orderly, properly lighted and ventilated. Noise levels are considered low to moderate
• Travel may be required.

Pay Rate: $89,000 - $121,000 DOE

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare high level system designs in a thorough and professional manner during the pre-sales cycle. Design work may include conducting site surveys and device mark-ups, network architecture design, server loading, writing technical narratives and proposals, and preparing bills of materials
• Produce detailed design drawings and technical descriptions of physical security, other building technologies and the supporting networking, server and storage architectures in collaboration with owners and their representatives.
• Develop design documents that will guide the technical installation and configuration of systems
• Develop financial and logistics estimates, both independently and in collaboration with Paladin Technologies sales, marketing, and project management professionals
• Multi-task and manage time effectively to prioritize projects, tasks, and meetings as necessary
• Identify, establish, and document processes to support design efficiency and scalability
• Develop productive relationships with clients and key stakeholders which will build respect and confidence in the organization’s capabilities.
• Understand and maintain an awareness of the productivity and profitability of work carried out by the organization
• Pursue and maintain education and professional development of technology systems related to the technical disciplines you will lead.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Must be able to effectively communicate, (i.e. see, hear, speak and write clearly) in order to communicate with employees and/or customers; manual dexterity required for frequent reaching, and lifting of small objects, and operating office equipment

WORKING CONDITIONS: In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• The office is clean, orderly, properly lighted and ventilated. Noise levels are considered low to moderate
• Travel may be required