Senior Security Technology Designer

Senior Technology Designer | Indianapolis, IN

100% Employee-Owned · Big-firm resources, local-team relationships, ONE IMEG culture

IMEG is hiring a Senior Technology Designer in Indianapolis, IN to support large, highly complex projects involving low-voltage technology (ICT) systems in buildings. This role offers either a Technical Path focused on lead design or a Project Management Path focused on managing projects, with minimal support from senior staff.

You will collaborate with engineers and consultants to provide project leadership, technical solutions, and client guidance. Depending on the path, the role includes design, project financial management, mentoring, and cross-functional coordination in education, institutional, and MEP markets.

At a Glance

Location: Indianapolis, IN or Austin, TX

Discipline: Technical

Markets: Education; Institutional; MEP

Ownership: 100% employee-owned (ESOP)

Travel: Up to 50%

Work Schedule: Full-time hybrid

Sponsorship: Not available

What You'll Do

Technical Path

• Lead the analysis and design of IT structured cabling, audio/video, security, and other low-voltage building systems.

• Create detailed designs, specifications, and calculations using engineering software and tools in accordance with code requirements and IMEG standards.

• Perform site assessments and generate detailed analysis and technical reports.

• Gather project requirements, communicate technical information, and build client relationships through professional communication.

• Provide in-process design reviews for low-voltage building systems, calculations, and specifications.

• Implement IMEG quality control processes to ensure designs and solutions meet company, industry, and client requirements.

• Provide technical training, mentoring, and assistance resolving field issues with minimal support from senior staff.

• Stay current on low-voltage technology engineering trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, and contribute to research, development, and innovation efforts.

• Identify and mitigate potential safety risks associated with low-voltage technology ICT systems.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated solutions that meet project goals.

• Participate in project interviews and presentations.

OR

Project Management Path

• Coordinate, oversee, and manage projects of varying size and complexity as a primary contact for teams and clients.

• Collaborate with business development staff, Project Executives, Client Executives, and Market Directors / Leaders during initial project-opportunity stages.

• Assist with design scopes of work, fee calculations, proposal generation, and contract reviews.

• Create project schedules with milestone targets and deadlines.

• Create monthly billings, submit financial information to Accounting, and update billing projections and estimated completion percentages.

• Ensure designs meet owner, IMEG, and code requirements, and that quality control, milestone deliverables, and construction technical support are completed on time.

• Coordinate design-staff project scheduling through design and construction phases, and schedule and lead progress meetings with documentation.

• Participate in project interviews and presentations.

• Resolve client and construction concerns, manage change orders, and obtain appropriate approvals.

• Train, mentor, and motivate staff.

• Build, maintain, and develop client relationships.

What You'll Bring

Candidates may qualify through either the Technical Path or Project Management Path below.

Technical Path

Required Skills and Abilities

• Mastery of design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications

• Mastery of technical and analytical skills including proficiency of principles relating to electrical voltage and current, digital and analog signals, basic IT networking topologies and protocols, as it relates to electrical low-voltage systems design for buildings

• Strong training, mentoring and leadership skills

Project Management Path

Required Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated leadership traits in the Project Management career path

• Adept in the technical aspects of one’s discipline

• Strong technical and analytical skills including proficiency of principles in relating to electrical voltage and current, digital and analog signals, basic IT networking topologies and protocols, as it relates to electrical low-voltage systems design for buildings

• Ability to mentor, train, motivate, and lead others

• Strong training and mentoring skills

Required for Both Paths

Education and Experience

Qualifications (one of the following):

Option A

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Computer or related Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, related STEM field, or equivalent required

• 10 years of experience minimum required, 12 preferred, in the building design consulting industry

OR

Option B

• Associates degree, or certificate, in Building Information Modeling (BIM) or Engineering preferred

• 14 years of experience minimum required, 16 preferred, in the building design consulting or construction industry

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to perform final quality control check in their area of expertise

• Ability to sell work and develop client relationships

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills

• Eagerness to adapt to new challenges

• Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook

• Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups

• Must have the ability to travel up to 50%, including local, domestic, and international travel as needed for business purposes, which may include overnight stays and/or air travel

About the Team

• Our integrated team brings together expertise in security design and consulting, healthcare technology, and building intelligence integration to provide comprehensive consulting and design support across the AEC industry.

• Working collaboratively across multiple market sectors, the team helps clients and project teams develop coordinated, resilient, and technology-enabled environments that enhance safety, security, operational efficiency, user experience, and building performance.

• By integrating physical security, healthcare technology, smart building systems, data, and intelligent infrastructure early in the design process, the team delivers holistic solutions that are strategically aligned with each client’s operational needs and long-term goals.

Why IMEG

We put people at the center of who we are, creating positive outcomes for people, communities, and our planet.

• Employee ownership (ESOP), fully vested at all times, with a 3% to 6% company contribution, plus year-end profit sharing

• IDEA Program: a firm-wide innovation accelerator where employees across every discipline develop and scale new tools, from VR and AI to carbon-reduction technology

• PE, SE, and other license exam prep and support, with a clear path from EIT to PE

• Dress for Your Day flexibility (wear what fits your day)

• Generous time off, including 6 paid holidays and 3 additional floating holidays

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one, with preventive care at 100%, a $50/month wellness credit, and a Calm subscription

• MEG, our in-house AI platform, helps employees find information and build agents that streamline project workflows and calculations

Bring Your Career to IMEG

Apply today to bring your experience in low-voltage technology systems to complex building projects.

IMEG, an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees’ futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, flexible schedule, and assistance with tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees are eligible to enroll in health, dental, vision, and life insurance on their first day of employment.

Want to learn more about IMEG and our other amazing career opportunities?  Please visit https://www.imegcorp.com/careers/.

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