Design Engineer at ADB Companies Inc
Bessemer, AL 35022
About the Job
To be a team member at ADB Companies, or as we call it, part of the A-Team, you must be ALL IN to support the company’s mission, vision, and values.
OUR MISSION: We are a customer-centric partner providing innovative solutions. The safety, well-being, and career growth of our team members are the benchmarks of our success.
POSITION TITLE: Design Engineer Facilities
CLASSIFICATION: Exempt
POSITION OVERVIEW:
ADB is a Nationwide full turnkey provider of technology infrastructure solutions including Wireline, Wireless, Technology, and Engineering. Our customer centric approach has ensured long term relationships with commercial clients, service providers, local, state, and federal government organizations. We recognize our team members as our greatest asset ensuring that their safety, well-being, and career growth are always our number one priority. Our ALL IN culture includes a focus on Safety, Wellness, Learning, Diversity and Inclusion, and giving back to our Communities.
ADB is seeking a Design Engineer, Facilities to design Information and Communications Technology (ICT) infrastructure to support all aspects of infrastructure deployments. The design aspects include equipment enclosures, low-voltage cable pathway, firestopping, grounding/bonding, Inside Plant (ISP) fiber optic and copper cabling, -48V DC power systems, and Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS). This position supports the Solution Architects and project managers in both pre-sales and post award activities and is key in delivering quality solutions and customer delight. The ideal candidate will have extensive ISP technical experience, a strong belief in the safety and well-being of team members, as well as a strong work ethic and ALL IN attitude to achieve results.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Reviewing and understanding complex project solicitations
- Work with manufacturer sales teams to get pricing exceptions in place and work with distribution on quotes
- Development of drawing package, list of material (LOM), method of procedure (MOP), system acceptance test (SAT) plan, scope of work (SOW) and any other specifications required to complete a project design
- Ensuring compliance with all relevant internal, Customer and industry standards, policies, and procedures
- Developing Cost Basis of Estimate (BoE), including assigning labor hour estimates, materials, travel expenses, management, etc.
- Providing technical support to Project Managers (PM), Site managers, and Technicians throughout project lifecycle
- Discusses wired and wireless technology with customers and attend scoping calls to determine SOW
- Builds BOMs for different manufacturers, i.e. Cisco, Aruba
- Performs other duties as assigned by leadership
SUCCESS FACTORS:
- 30% Travel Ability Nationwide
- A strong belief in ZERO- Being Safe 100% of the time is the expectation
- Alignment with company’s mission, vision, and values
- A high level of customer centricity
- Strong team player with the ability to adapt to diverse team members
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Exceptional Critical Thinking skills
- Detail Oriented- a high level of attention to detail
- A high level of time management, accountability, and prioritization skills
- Self-motivated, goal- oriented, and driven to accomplish department goals
- Ability to be organized, problem solve, and be solution oriented
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point)
- Understanding of network infrastructure design requirements
- Understanding of telecommunications project lifecycle from solicitation to final inspection
- Familiar with current version of BICSI best practices
- Understanding of wired network technology and tasks for deployment
- Understanding of wireless network technology and tasks for deployment
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- This position operates out of an office environment, located at 18777 US Historic Route 66 Pacific, MO 63069.
- This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers, projectors, copy/fax, and smartphones.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
- 4+ years of experience in a design/engineering role required
- BICSI Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) preferred but not required
- Federal government sector experience preferred but not required
- High school graduate or equivalent required
ADB Companies, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All candidates agree to complete a selection assessment and pre-employment drug screen.