Burns & McDonnell

Senior Telecommunications Engineer (Northeast Region)

Burns & McDonnell$160K — $240K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in electrical, computer, or related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program and 7 years of utility telecommunications project experience required.
  • Consulting experience preferred.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to apply extensive knowledge of principles and practices across a broad range of assignments.
  • Capable of devising innovative solutions to encountered problems.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) License required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead design of telecommunications networks, either utilizing existing client standards or developing new ones.
  • Manage comprehensive project deliverables, including specifications, layouts, equipment plans, and more.
  • Oversee execution of complex assignments, employing advanced tools and techniques to enhance processes and technologies.
  • Identify and resolve project issues through proactive communication.
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to less experienced staff members.
  • Collaborate with project managers to support timelines and meet deadlines.
  • Ensure client satisfaction by delivering high-quality services and adhering to internal QA/QC guidelines.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including insurance and disability coverage.
  • Generous time off and wellness programs.
  • Participation in Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) for eligible employees.
  • Access to a 401(k) retirement plan.
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.

Compensation

$160,000.00-240,000.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

Job Telecommunications

Primary Location US-PA-Conshohocken

Other Locations US-CT-Wallingford, US-MA-Newton, US-NJ-Morristown

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Req ID: 261998

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.
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