DAS Design & Compliance Engineer (ERRCS / Title 24 / IFC 510) - $130k - $160k (DOE)

Southern California | Full-Time | Engineering + Field Integration

$130K – $160K DOE + Benefits

Confidential Client – Wireless Infrastructure & Public Safety Systems

We are seeking a Design & Compliance Engineer to lead in-building DAS and ERRCS engineering with a primary focus on California Title 24 and IFC Section 510 compliance. This is not just a commissioning role.

This position owns the technical integrity of the system from design validation through AHJ approval.

The ideal candidate ensures systems meet public safety code requirements, recommends compliant product solutions, prepares engineering submittals, and value engineers projects while preserving performance and inspection approval.

Primary Role Overview

This engineer serves as the technical authority on:

• Code-compliant system design
• Product selection & specification
• AHJ coordination
• Submittal preparation
• Coverage validation
• Value engineering
• You ensure systems are engineered correctly the first time and pass inspection.

Core Responsibilities

1. Engineering & Compliance Oversight

• Review and validate DAS / ERRCS RF designs for code compliance

• Ensure systems meet CA Title 24, California Fire Code (IFC 510), and local AHJ standards

• Validate minimum signal strength (-95 dBm or jurisdictional requirement)

• Ensure grid testing percentages meet jurisdictional coverage thresholds

• Confirm critical area coverage (stairwells, fire command centers, elevator lobbies, etc.)

• Interpret fire department amendments and jurisdiction-specific variations

• Interface directly with AHJs to resolve technical requirements

2. Product Specification & Recommendation

• Recommend compliant DAS / ERRCS equipment based on project conditions

• Evaluate OEM solutions (JMA, SOLiD, ADRF, CommScope, etc.)

• Ensure battery backup, monitoring, fiber/coax pathways, and survivability requirements meet code

• Prepare detailed Bill of Materials (BOM)

• Provide technical guidance to PMs and installation teams

3. Submittals & Documentation

• Prepare engineering submittals for AHJ review

• Generate RF design documentation using iBwave

• Provide compliance letters and engineering narratives

• Support permit submission packages

• Coordinate redlines and design revisions

• Produce acceptance testing documentation

4. Value Engineering

• Identify cost-efficient alternatives without compromising compliance

• Optimize amplifier placement and antenna layout

• Reduce overdesign while maintaining inspection success

• Provide technical trade-off analysis when necessary

5. Field Validation & Commissioning Support

• Conduct RF site surveys and grid testing

• Oversee commissioning and optimization

• Support final acceptance inspections

• Coordinate annual testing documentation as required

Required Qualifications

• Position Requirements:

• NICET Level III In-Building Public Safety Communications Certification
• NICET Design Public Safety Communications Certification
• IBWAVE Certification
• PCTEL Certification
• Has been involved with projects in California
• Vendor relationships
• AHJ relationships
• Some sales or sales support experience
• Fire alarm experience/knowledge, nice to have but not critical
• Ability to grow a new division
• Valid driver's license & travel flexibility

Preferred Qualifications

• iBwave certification

• FCC GROL License

• NICET - In-Building Public Safety Communications

• DAS OEM Certifications (JMA, SOLiD, CommScope, ADRF, etc.)

• OSHA 10/30

• Fiber & coaxial termination/testing experience

What Makes Someone Successful Here

• Understands California compliance-driven DAS deployments

• Comfortable working between engineering and field operations

• Able to work directly with inspectors, fire officials, and project stakeholders

• Strong troubleshooting mindset with attention to detail

• Executes with accountability and professionalism

Why This Role

• Work on high-profile commercial & public safety projects

• Strong engineering support and stable project pipeline

• High-demand niche skillset (ERRCS / Title 24 expertise)

• Competitive salary + full benefits

Interested?

This is a confidential search. Apply or comment DAS on the post and we will reach out for more details and to discuss fit.