Summary
Meade is a full-service design firm specializing in engineering solutions for data centers, cloud providers, and large-scale construction projects. The company is seeking an RCDD-certified ICT Infrastructure Design Engineer I to design structured cabling, telecommunications pathways, low-voltage systems, and physical network infrastructure for mission-critical and data center projects. The role also involves producing Revit-based construction documentation, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and supporting project delivery through construction and commissioning.
Responsibilities
- Design ICT and network infrastructure systems, including structured cabling (fiber and copper) and telecommunications pathways
- Develop LAN/WAN topology diagrams, logical network layouts, and physical infrastructure design, cable routing, and pathway layouts
- Produce detailed deliverables including:
- Construction drawings
- Cable routing and pathway layouts
- Equipment schedules and specifications
- Telecommunications room layouts and rack elevations
- Design passive infrastructure including fiber backbone systems, copper cabling, and cross-connect/ODF configurations
- Design Service Entrance Facility (SEF) infrastructure, including fiber vault placement, underground conduit stub-outs, and coordination of carrier incoming fiber pathways
- Develop outside plant (OSP) designs including underground conduit systems, pull boxes, handholes, and site conduit routing in coordination with civil and electrical disciplines
- Apply industry standards (BICSI, TIA/EIA, ANSI) to ensure compliant and scalable designs
- Support the design and coordination of low-voltage systems, including:
- Audiovisual (AV) systems
- Security (CCTV, access control)
- Wireless infrastructure
- Ensure these systems are effectively integrated into overall network and ICT infrastructure design
- Contribute to the design of data center infrastructure systems for enterprise, colocation, and mission-critical facilities
- Develop data hall layouts, rack plans, and cable management strategies
- Support design of MDA, HDA, and EDA environments, including backbone and horizontal distribution systems
- Incorporate considerations such as hot/cold aisle containment and scalability
- Assist in preparing construction documentation for fit-outs, upgrades, and new builds
- Coordinate ICT systems with electrical, mechanical, and other engineering disciplines
- Prepare all design drawings and deliverables using the Autodesk software suite, including Revit (MEP)
- Develop BIM-coordinated ICT models for design coordination and clash detection workflows
- Produce specifications, design reports, bills of materials, and commissioning documentation
- Maintain accurate version control, project registers, and quality records throughout the project lifecycle
- Contribute to design review meetings, site visits, and client workshops under the direction of the project engineer
- Collaborate with engineers, designers, and project stakeholders to resolve design challenges
- Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and subcontractors during construction and commissioning phases
- Assist in responding to RFIs and reviewing shop drawings and contractor submittals
- Execute assigned design tasks independently within defined scope
Skills
- 2+ years of experience in **ICT/structured cabling design, or network infrastructure design**
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field
- Knowledge of network architecture and infrastructure design principles
- Experience with or exposure to data center environments
- Proficiency in **Revit/AutoCAD, BICSI, TIA/EIA, construction drawings, rack elevations**
- Proficiency Microsoft Office products, especially excel
- Working knowledge of structured cabling systems (fiber and copper), telecommunications spaces and pathways, and BICSI, TIA/EIA standards (including TIA-568)
- Ability to work in a team environment with Project Managers, Engineers, and Designers
- Ability to produce clear, accurate, and coordinated design documentation
- Strong organizational and collaboration skills
- Communication skills both written and verbal are required
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States
- RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer) certification preferred — this is not a software/IT networking position
- Experience working on data center projects including hyperscale, colocation, or enterprise-scale facilities
- Familiarity with TIA-942 and BICSI TDMM, Uptime Institute Tier Standards or ANSI/BICSI 002 data center design guidelines
- Experience with BIM coordination workflows
- Exposure to active network equipment (switching, routing), DAS or in-building wireless systems, and/or DCIM platforms
Qualifications
Must Haves
- 2+ years of experience in **ICT/structured cabling design, or network infrastructure design**
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field
- Knowledge of network architecture and infrastructure design principles
- Experience with or exposure to data center environments
- Proficiency in **Revit/AutoCAD, BICSI, TIA/EIA, construction drawings, rack elevations**
- Proficiency Microsoft Office products, especially excel
- Working knowledge of structured cabling systems (fiber and copper), telecommunications spaces and pathways, and BICSI, TIA/EIA standards (including TIA-568)
- Ability to work in a team environment with Project Managers, Engineers, and Designers
- Ability to produce clear, accurate, and coordinated design documentation
- Strong organizational and collaboration skills
- Communication skills both written and verbal are required
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Nice to Haves
- RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer) certification preferred — this is not a software/IT networking position
- Experience working on data center projects including hyperscale, colocation, or enterprise-scale facilities
- Familiarity with TIA-942 and BICSI TDMM, Uptime Institute Tier Standards or ANSI/BICSI 002 data center design guidelines
- Experience with BIM coordination workflows
- Exposure to active network equipment (switching, routing), DAS or in-building wireless systems, and/or DCIM platforms
Benefits
- Eligible employees may participate in Meade-sponsored benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, 401(k), paid time off, paid holidays, and other company-sponsored benefits. Benefit eligibility and offerings are subject to plan terms and applicable policies.