assistant-telecommunications-engineer-campus-connectivity-transmission-distribution-phoenix

Description

The Assistant Telecommunications Engineer will assist on 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.

• Designing various telecommunication project types including physical pathway infrastructure designs (inside and outside plant), equipment plan layouts, and structured cabling design utilizing client standards or developing new standards as required.

• Assist with project deliverables including cable schedules, bill of materials, specifications, rack/equipment layouts, and associated details.

• Assist with a variety of assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques including refining rough sketches, sizing various system components, problem analysis, and performing calculations on non-routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity.

• Produce initial designs or sketches and redline/mark-up drawings on ongoing projects.

• Works closely with other disciplines (Architecture, Mechanical, Structural, Civil, Electrical, etc.) to develop coordinated designs for both green-field and brown-field heavy commercial construction projects including hyperscale data centers, manufacturing facilities and other large-scale building/campus projects.

• Identify, communicate and assist in resolving issues on projects as needed.

• Apply design codes and specifications related to design requirements.

• Complete and review design drawings within scope, budget and schedule. Perform project tasks and assignments within budgeted hours and deadlines.

• Work closely with the project team to ensure deliverables and services are being provided to client's satisfaction and that projects are following internal QA/QC guidelines.

• Assist in project construction administration, responding to Requests for Interpretation (RFIs), product data submittals, shop drawings, and fiber optic/copper cabling test reviews.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in electrical and/or Computer Engineering or a related field from a recognized, accredited program. ABET accreditation strongly 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.

• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.

• Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.

• Basic knowledge in telecommunications design, calculations and systems.

• Basic knowledge in the theory and practices of engineering discipline; competent in the fundamental concepts of other disciplines as they relate to the assigned discipline.

• Understanding of design software such as Revit and Excel to develop the design deliverables and coordinate with detailers and designers. Ability to learn and effectively utilize new design software and programs, including AI tools. Experience in Autodesk Revit is strongly preferred.

• Engineers in Training (EIT) Certification preferred.

• Experience in Telecommunications or related field preferred.

• Experience with large multidisciplinary projects or construction preferred.

• Proficiency in Bluebeam software for markups and coordination preferred.

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.

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

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Telecommunications

Primary Location US-AZ-Phoenix

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 264748

Job Hire Type New Grad #LI-AM #T&D *IND-DNP*