Bachelor's Degree in electrical, computer, or related discipline from an ABET-accredited program.
7 years of utility telecommunications project experience (consulting experience preferred).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Professional Engineer (PE) License required.
Responsibilities
Lead design of telecommunications networks adhering to client or new standards.
Manage project deliverables, including specifications, diagrams, and plans.
Execute complex assignments with advanced tools for process improvement.
Identify and resolve project issues proactively.
Guide and instruct less experienced team members.
Collaborate with project managers to support project schedules.
Ensure client satisfaction through close collaboration with project teams.
Benefits
Full-time schedule with some travel (10% of the time).
Opportunity for professional development and mentoring.
Involvement in a variety of telecommunications projects, enhancing technical skills.
Full Job Description
Description
The Senior Telecommunications Engineer will lead a variety of complex utility projects, including supervisory control and data acquisition, distribution automation, cyber security, microwave radio, wireless networks, fiber optics, and smart grid.
Lead design of telecommunications networks, utilizing client standards or developing new standards.
Manage project deliverables such as: bill of materials, specifications, yard layouts, equipment plans, sections and details, wiring diagrams, control building arrangements, DC calculations, cable lists, SCADA points lists, device configuration files, network architecture diagrams, channel plans, RF path studies, and cutover plans
Lead execution of complex assignments requiring the use of advanced tools and techniques, resulting in the development of new or improved processes, equipment, and/or technological methods.
Identify, communicate, and lead the resolution of issues on projects as needed.
Provide guidance and instruction to less experienced staff members.
Work with the project manager to support the project schedule and meet deadlines.
Work closely with the project team to ensure deliverables and services are being provided to the client's satisfaction and that projects are following internal QA/QC guidelines.
Perform design quality reviews.
Meet and correspond with clients or outside personnel to develop relationships with key client points of contact.
Lead in preparation of proposals and presentations.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in electrical, computer, or other related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program and 7 years of utility telecommunications project or related experience required. Consulting experience preferred.
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Must be capable of applying intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to broad areas of assignments.
Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered.
Professional Engineer (PE) License required.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
Job Telecommunications
Primary Location US-AZ-Phoenix
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Req ID: 261592
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-MG #T&D
About Burns & McDonnell
Burns & McDonnell is a full-service engineering, architecture, construction, environmental and consulting solutions firm. The company was founded in 1898 by Clinton Burns and Robert McDonnell and is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. Burns & McDonnell provides services to a wide range of industries, including aviation, defense, energy, environmental, healthcare, and transportation. The company has over 7,500 employees and operates in more than 50 countries around the world. Burns & McDonnell has been recognized as one of the best places to work in the United States by Fortune magazine.
