Low Voltage/Telecom Specialist

Low Voltage/Telecom Specialist-(193901)

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

The LV/Telecom Specialist will be expected to complete a variety of project tasks including but not limited to the following:

• Strong general engineering knowledge of either the telecommunication (Horizontal/Backbone cabling and pathways) or electronic security systems (access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection etc.) and operational coordination with commercial hardware.
• Meet with project clients to evaluate, define and review customer needs/objectives and ensure those requirements are meet within the project design.
• Define and develop complete project related construction documents to include all design documents (SD, DD, CD) to show design intent, project specifications and assist with system related activities within all construction administration (CA) activities.
• Coordinate with integrated, multidisciplinary project teams to develop functional requirements, system designs and other project related requirements.
• Develop alternative system design concepts, feasibility and trade-off studies and value-added engineering when required for projects.
• Maintain knowledge of current industry product offerings and research new emerging technologies.
• Assist in problem resolution and technical troubleshooting when field support is needed.
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• 4 years of related work experience.

• “Can-Do” and problem-solving mind-set.

• Ability to meet deadlines, handle multiple tasks independently, on schedule and under budget.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).

• Ability to work in a high-velocity environment managing multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail and workmanship quality.

• Strong computer skills and a proficiency or able to work in Bluebeam and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Ability to work in Revit, AutoCAD is a bonus. Must be able to learn new applications quickly.

• Knowledge of engineering drawings and design standards and practices.

• Strong desire for continuous learning and professional education.

• Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

• Preference given to local candidates

• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or combination of education and relevant experience
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Minnesota: $60,858 - $86,940

Primary Location

:United States-Minnesota-Saint Louis Park

Industry

:Building Engineering

Schedule

:Full-time

Employee Status

:RegularBusinessClass:Building Electrical

Job Posting

:Jun 19, 2026