Systems Designer, Security

About the position:

Currently, we are looking for a dedicated Systems Designer for our Security & Healthcare Technology team, based in Burnaby.

The Systems Designer is responsible for designing, researching, solution architecting, and testing technologies related to Houles security projects and service work. Technologies may include access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, nurse call, RTLS, and systems integrations.

Systems Designer Duties and Responsibilities:

• Read and understand specifications and conduct system design for commercial and institutional projects
• Collaborate with team in the estimate, RFI process and design phase of projects
• Create and update drawing packages, configuration and tracking spreadsheets and other design documents
• Liaise with manufacturer reps and suppliers, source and assemble manufacturer's manuals, instructions data sheets and reference for design
• Model and simulate various solutions in test environments
• Identify technology solutions for assigned projects
• Learn design tools quickly and work within a complex, fast paced design development environment
• Collaborate with multiple stakeholders (internal & external) to help meet the needs of the projects

Systems Designer Experience and Skills:

• Minimum 5 years related experience required (knowledge of technical drawings, system design, estimating, configuration, commissioning, and projects design documentation).
• Formal training and experience designing enterprise level security systems (access control, CCTV, intrusion detection, nurse call, RTLS technologies) required
• Experience with computer softwares - Microsoft, AutoCAD, Visio or equivalent
• In-depth understanding of security system protocols, networking, and databases
• Computer networking knowledge (Cisco certification an asset)
• Technical troubleshooting capability
• Very strong interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to converse technically and professionally to technical and non-technical project stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail and focus on quality and accuracy
• Able to work under pressure and ever-changing work environment

Culture is important at Houle. You must be collaborative in nature. You are a solution focused team player and always willing to learn. You are a bright, ambitious, honest, and a straight forward professional. Your personable nature will fit well within the friendly working environment.

Salary Range: $80,000-$110,000 per year plus a competitive total compensation package. Actual salary will depend on your experience, skills and overall match to the position offered. Let's chat throughout the hiring process and determine the best fit.

Houle offers an exciting, enjoyable work environment, competitive benefits package as well as a competitive incentive plan and many company sponsored events.

About Houle:

At Houle, we are passionate about building resilient communities. From airports, shipping terminals, and water treatment facilities, to hospitals, universities, and shopping centres, we deliver integrated electrical solutions for our industrial, commercial, institutional and residential customers.

While we are leaders in electrical construction, we also specialize in a wide range of in-house technology solutions, including audio visual, building automation, healthcare systems, network systems, and security and life-safety. As a certified Great Place to Work, and one of Canada's Best Managed Companies, we take pride in our talented people and collaborative culture that bring our client's vision to life.

To apply, please visit https://www.houle.ca/current-career-opportunities/ and click on the listing for "System Designer, Security & Healthcare Technology". Opportunity will remain open until filled.

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