Special Systems Senior Designer
Arora Engineers
Philadelphia, PA
Information Technology, Engineering
Overall Responsibility Provides engineering plans and designs for Special Systems for aviation and transportation projects. Provide design expertise in one or more of the Special Systems such as fiber optics, telecom rooms, network architecture, video surveillance systems, access control systems, airport operational systems. Works independently within a project team to develop coordinated design documents and models using Revit BIM and CAD platforms. Provides technical expertise and engineering design support throughout all project phases. Essential Functions
- Produces high-quality design drawings, models, and documentation for Special Systems projects using Revit BIM and CAD.
- Applies previous project experience to telecom and security systems design.
- Coordinates with engineers, architects, and other disciplines to integrate special systems into overall project design.
- Supports QA/QC reviews by ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance with standards.
- Participates in project design meetings and coordination sessions, providing technical input as needed.
- Prepares bid documents, construction drawings, and specifications in collaboration with the project team.
- Interfaces with client, stakeholders, manufacturers, and vendors to confirm design requirements and technical details.
- Assists during construction phases, including review of shop drawings and RFIs.
- Communicates technical concepts effectively to team members and stakeholders.
Needed Skills
- Strong knowledge of low voltage, telecom, technology, and security systems design
- Experience in aviation/transportation special systems projects preferred
- Understanding of engineering design packages and production workflows (Project Definition, Conceptual Design, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents, Bid Support, Construction Administration).
- Proficiency in Revit BIM and CAD preferred.
- Knowledge of QA/QC process and ability to produce technically accurate deliverables.
- Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively within multi-disciplinary project teams.
- Ability to maintain discretion and uphold company standards.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, MIS, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related
- 5-years minimum Telecom, Security, Low Voltage, or Special Systems design experience required
- Revit BIM and CAD production background preferred
- Aviation/transportation background preferred
About the company
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For 40 years, Arora has been rethinking the role of the traditional engineering firm, moving beyond traditional systems to design infrastructure that is connected, intelligent, and built to perform.
Arora has led hundreds of aviation projects, advancing complex terminal design, construction delivery, and improving the lifecycle performance of critical assets. Beyond aviation, our teams deliver complex surface transportation, government, commercial, and education projects across the built environment.
Our lifecycle approach supports the full lifespan of an asset or project from Planning and Design, through Construction Services, to Operations and Maintenance and Enterprise Solutions, including Software and Technology Solutions that help clients operate and maintain facilities more efficiently. Our goal is to build long-term partnerships, delivering value at every stage—not just on a single project.
With a global workforce supporting U.S. and international clients, Arora delivers projects across North America, Europe, India, the Middle East, and Singapore. No matter the location, our focus remains the same: delivering resilient, efficient solutions built for the future.