RCDD Qualified ICT Design Engineer for Data Centres
Prosperitas Personnel · Johannesburg, Gauteng
Overview
Prosperitas Personnel is looking for an RCDD qualified ICT Engineer or Architect to design structured cabling and data centre infrastructure for hyperscale and commercial projects in Johannesburg. If you have 5 or more years of ICT or ELV design experience and you enjoy turning client needs into practical, cost effective technical solutions, this permanent role could be a great next step for your career.
About the role
As an RCDD qualified ICT Engineer or Architect, you will play a key role in designing the technical infrastructure that keeps hyperscale data centres and commercial buildings connected and running smoothly. You will work closely with internal engineering teams, external consultants and clients to deliver solutions that are technically sound and practical.
What you will be doing:
- Designing end to end ICT and ELV systems for hyperscale data centres and commercial projects
- Developing design concepts, schematics, layouts, bills of quantities and specifications
- Coordinating technical details with electrical, mechanical, fire and other engineering teams
- Liaising with clients and presenting technical solutions
- Making sure designs meet RCDD and BICSI best practice as well as project standards
Application note: No application instructions were included in the listing. Use the apply button on the job board to submit your CV and supporting documents.
Requirements
- RCDD certification is essential
- BEng, BSc, BTech or similar qualification in Electrical, Electronic, Information Technology or a relevant Engineering field
- 5 or more years of experience in ICT or ELV design within data centres, commercial buildings or critical infrastructure
- Proven experience with structured cabling, data centre design, fibre networks, containment and ICT room layouts
- Strong knowledge of BICSI standards, SANS and international data centre standards such as Uptime Institute
- Experience with ICT systems including structured cabling, data networks, Wi Fi, CCTV, access control and BMS integration
- Experience working with electrical, mechanical and fire teams on large projects
Responsibilities
- Develop and design technical infrastructure solutions with a focus on structured cabling, data centre infrastructure and integrated ICT systems
- Translate client requirements into practical, cost effective and technically sound designs
- Create ICT design concepts, schematics, layouts, bills of quantities and specifications
- Coordinate technical design with internal engineering disciplines and external consultants
- Liaise with clients and deliver technical presentations
- Ensure all designs comply with RCDD and BICSI best practice and project standards
Job details
- Organisation
- Prosperitas Personnel
- Location
- Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Mid (5+ years)
- Education
- Bachelor
- Salary
- Market related / monthly
- Category
- IT & Software Development
- Application Method
- Apply manually
Success Guide
When applying for this RCDD role, make sure your CV clearly shows your RCDD certification and at least five years of hands on ICT or ELV design experience. List specific projects you have worked on, especially hyperscale data centres or critical infrastructure projects. Mention the software you use for design and any exposure to BICSI or Uptime Institute standards. Interviews for technical roles like this often include a discussion of your past designs, so be ready to explain your approach to structured cabling, fibre networks and coordinating with other engineering teams. Keep your documents tidy and double check that your qualification certificates are attached.
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