Are you a creative problem solver with strong analytical abilities?
Do you enjoy designing cable infrastructure systems?
Are you able to meet with customers to capture requirements and craft targeted solution?
If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team!
We are ranked as one of Computerworld 's Top Places to Work in IT, and we are seeking an Infrastructure Designer to support campus-wide IT infrastructure growth. The role blends technical design, project management, and customer engagement, focusing on structured cabling systems, IT facility design, and compliance with standards.
As an Infrastructure Designer, you will...
- Assess, identify, and collect IT infrastructure requirements (pathways, spaces, cable, power, cooling, etc...) to support existing and new facilities.
- Review design drawings and specifications submitted by outside design professionals and provide comments.
- Prepare floor plans, rack elevations, installation specifications, statement of work, budgetary cost estimates, schedules, and other design documents.
- Present and review designs with your customers.
- Work with our Contracts, Plant Facilities, and onsite installation partners to implement your designs.
- Conduct pre-construction design reviews, quality control checks, and post-construction code compliance inspections.
- Coordinate the construction and implementation of telecommunications and technology systems that support our unclassified and classified network environments.
- Coordinate site surveys, schedules, security escorts, and inspections with our customers and operation partners.
- Collaborate with internal design team to identify projects to improve our infrastructure and services.
- Periodically coordinate and assist internal IT teams and staff with day-to-day operations as assigned or needed to complete projects you are directly leading.
Qualifications
You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...
- Have a Bachelor 's Degree in one of the following disciplines: Construction Management, Civil / Electrical / Telecommunications Engineering, or other IT related field or equivalent work experience.
- Are a Building Industry Consulting Services International (BICSI) Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD).
- Have 5+ years' experience designing, planning, implementing, and maintaining high-speed network cabling systems and IT facilities.
- Are knowledgeable in telecommunications/electrical/fire codes, and industry standards (ANSI/EIA/TIA, CNSSI, IEEE, NEC/NFPA, OSHA, and BICSI standards and guidelines).
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc…)
- Proficient with a computer-aided design / drawing package such as AutoCAD, Visio, Revit, or Geographical Information System.
- Are able to identify and convey Architectural, Electrical, Mechanical, and Physical Security requirements needed to support IT facilities to Plant Facilities and external design consultants.
- Can provide sample documentation of a past design project that you personally led during the interview.
- Are a highly motivated self-starter with good organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Are able to coordinate multiple projects, and set priorities in order to meet schedules.
- Have great interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to work with all levels of staff using tact and diplomacy.
- Have good written and verbal communication skills
- Capable of working effectively both independently and in team environments
- Are willing to work the occasional weekend and/or after hours as required to meet critical project/work-related business needs
- Are capable of lifting 50-75lbs.
- Hold a valid driver’s license and maintain a good driving record.
- Can support occasional travel to support remote field offices
- Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.
You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...
- Have experience with Department of Defense (DoD) standards pertaining to the design and installation of IT infrastructure to support Open Storage Areas (formerly Closed Areas), SCIFs, and Protected Distribution Systems (PDS).
- Have Radio Frequency (RF) experience with passive physical infrastructures required to transport RF signals over coaxial and fiber optic cables.
- Are Autodesk certified in AutoCAD or Revit.
About Us
Why Work at APL?
The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.
At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu.
The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Minimum Rate
$100,000 Annually
Maximum Rate
$227,500 Annually