Senior Building Systems Designer

About the Role

In this position, you will lead the design and coordination of integrated building systems that support safe, connected, and high‑performing environments. You will work closely with project managers, architects, engineers, and clients, providing technical direction from concept through construction while mentoring junior staff and contributing to firm‑wide standards and best practices. • Lead design and coordination of integrated building, life safety, communications, and security systems. • Serve as technical lead on projects, directing system strategy, design approach, and coordination. • Translate project goals and client requirements into coordinated, code‑compliant designs. • Apply and interpret building codes, standards, and industry best practices. • Oversee development and quality of construction documents using Revit and AutoCAD. • Lead and participate in multidisciplinary coordination and BIM meetings. • Review and respond to RFIs and product submittals; support construction administration. • Conduct site visits and field observations, resolving design issues and ensuring design intent. • Mentor junior designers and engineers through technical review, coaching, and collaboration. • Contribute to internal design standards, tools, and processes.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸design coordination
• ▸system strategy
• ▸code compliance
• ▸revit drafting
• ▸bim meetings
• ▸site visits

What You Bring

Ring & DuChateau is seeking a Senior Building Systems Design Engineer / Designer to join our Milwaukee team. This role is intended for an experienced professional who brings strong technical expertise in building systems design (telecommunications, overhead paging, intercom, nurse call, for example) and is ready to play a leadership role on complex projects. • Bachelor’s degree in Architectural Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline (preferred). • 8–12+ years of experience in building systems, MEP, or technology systems design. • Demonstrated experience leading technical design on complex projects. • Advanced proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD. • Strong working knowledge of building codes, standards, and system integration. • Ability to manage priorities across multiple projects while maintaining quality and schedule. • Strong communication skills, including client and consultant coordination. • Collaborative, solutions‑oriented leadership style. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools. • Industry certifications (such as RCDD) are not required but strongly supported and encouraged.

Requirements

• ▸revit
• ▸autocad
• ▸8+ years
• ▸bachelor's
• ▸rcdd
• ▸leadership

Benefits

The role is based in Brookfield, Wisconsin with a hybrid work arrangement. It is a full‑time position in the Electrical department, targeting a mid‑level professional.

Work Environment

Hybrid