Senior Systems Specialist – Technology

Bala Consulting Engineers

Senior Systems Specialist designing telecommunications and security systems for Bala Consulting Engineers. Collaborating on projects across various sectors including corporate, education, and healthcare.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timeWayne • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and document telecommunications systems, including:
Structured cabling (copper and fiber)
Equipment rooms, MDF/IDF layouts, and pathways
Backbone and horizontal distribution
Carrier demarcation and service provider coordination
Design physical security systems, including:
Electronic access control systems
Video surveillance / CCTV systems
Intercoms, intrusion detection, and related subsystems
Coordination with Bala’s Audiovisual team
Develop system concepts, basis-of-design narratives, and performance criteria aligned with client IT and security standards
Interface with clients, attend project meetings and site visits
Develop systems budgets, scope of responsibility documents and other coordination materials
Provide value across the Bala offices as a technical resource
Interact with other practice groups on vertical market strategic issues
Provide QA/QC on Technology related projects
Assist project managers on design and documentation across all of Bala’s vertical markets (mission critical, hospitality, etc.)
Assist in the cultivation of tri-state area relationships
Participate in marketing and business development meetings, attend industry events and act as an external subject matter expert
Assist with developing tri-state area clientele to increase project sales cycle possibilities
Assist with generating leads, writing proposals, and participating in interviews and marketing presentations
Become proficient in the creation of Bala’s technology deliverables including drawing creation in REVIT and AutoCAD
Continue to maintain current certifications
Maintain learning opportunities and obtain additional credentials that support Bala’s vertical market goals
Identify areas to become a subject matter expert and develop alternative service offerings

Requirements

What you’ll need

Industry certifications (BICSI RCDD, OSP, DCDC or similar)
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant engineering, design or management discipline or history of continuing education and certification on technology design for the built environment
Strong people management skills
History of thought leadership with formal writing, presentations and/or participation in standards bodies
Minimum 10 years’ experience technology design or operations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance package
401(k) with employer match
Employer Paid Life Insurance
Up to (5) weeks of PTO based on years of experience and (8) paid holidays
8 hours of Volunteer Time Off
Tuition and Licensure Reimbursement
Federal Student Loan Assistance including match up to $5,250 per year
Section 529 Plan (College Saving Plan)
Employee Referral Program
Full-time roles work in office and qualify for one day remote work

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Hard Skills & Tools

telecommunications systems designstructured cablingequipment room layoutphysical security systems designelectronic access control systemsvideo surveillance systemsintrusion detection systemsREVITAutoCADtechnology deliverables creation

Soft Skills

people managementclient interactionproject coordinationthought leadershipcommunicationbusiness developmentteam collaborationpresentation skillsrelationship buildingquality assurance

Certifications

BICSI RCDDOSPDCDCBachelor’s degreeMaster’s degree