Design Services Engineer

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

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Job Overview

The Design Services Engineer is responsible for administering and maintaining the lifecycle processes for integrating assets into the enterprise network.  This includes maintaining and updating requirements for asset identification, implementing a pre-defined process for monitoring all assets with Nagios XI, and administering an on-call and escalation response procedure for alerts.  The team also oversees the onboarding and offboarding process and conducts periodic validation of assets and stakeholders.

The Design Services Engineer will work closely with partners, including the GU Facilities Capital Projects Team and other project owners, on all construction projects to ensure the IT department quickly provides formal requirements as needed.  This team member will identify and provide all IT requirements in Division 27 format to the appropriate project stakeholders.  This team member will maintain and update the centralized library of documents to ensure that they are easy to access, accurate, and up to date through periodic reviews with stakeholders.

Work Interactions

This team plays a critical role in bridging the gap between business operations, including construction, and IT infrastructure. The team will engage with various internal and external partners to ensure seamless integration of IT components into new projects. This includes attending Owner, Architect, and Construction (OAC) meetings, engaging with FPM for vendor and contractor oversight within our network closets, and collaborating with INO to review and oversee all networking requirements. The team will also engage with preferred network vendors like NFF, Squadra, and Verizon for advanced network and cabling designs.

The role may require travel to various construction sites and campus locations for meetings and site visits. The incumbent may need to navigate construction environments to conduct site surveys and inspections.

Requirements and Qualifications

●        Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent practical experience.

●        Minimum of five to seven years of experience in the fields of network design and engineering, data cabling systems, door access controls, security cameras, or alarm systems.

●        Demonstrated experience in network design, project management, or IT infrastructure planning.

●        Familiarity with enterprise network monitoring tools like Nagios XI.

●        Strong collaboration and communication skills.

●        Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and technical specifications.

●        Experience in vendor monitoring and contract oversight.

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University.  Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Pay Range:

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:

Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

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EEO Statement:

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.