Electronic Engineering Tech - Telecom

Actalent

Vancouver, WA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$30–$35 Per Hour

SKILLS

Adobe Acrobat, Analysis Skills, Antenna, Architectural Services, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Auditing, Bentley MicroStation, CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Software, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Candidate Screening, Computer Networks, Data Cleaning, Data Entry, Data Management, Database Administration, Digital Signatures, Documentation, Electronic Engineering, Engineering Drawing, Establish Priorities, Facilities Engineering, Fiber Optics, File Systems, Groundskeeping, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Journalism, Maintenance - Electrical, Mentoring, Microwaves, Multiplexing, Network Administration/Management, On Site Support, Printing, Procurement Specifications, Production Support, Project Close-Out, Project Design, Project Engineering, Project Lifecycle, Purchasing/Procurement, Record Keeping, Requirements Management, Security Equipment, Structural Engineering, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Engineering, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Technical/Engineering Design, Telecommunications, Telecommunications Equipment, Telecommunications Standards, Time Management, Wide Area Network (WAN), Wireless Radio

LOCATION

Vancouver, WA

POSTED

1 day ago

This Electronic Engineering Technician position provides engineering, design, and field support in Bonneville Power Administration (BPA)'s System Engineering (TEN) Project Engineering, Telecom (TENP) group. This includes fiber optics, analog/mobile radio, digital radio, power line carrier, operational telephone, microwave towers and antennas, emergency AC/DC power and UPS systems, communications buildings, multiplex equipment, and monitoring systems including alarm system, Fault Locating Acquisition Reporter (FLAR), microwave monitor, wide area networks used for operational data and network management. This position will provide engineering technician expertise, assisting project managers and other engineering personnel in implementing projects, supporting field maintenance crews, and other related engineering activities. Responsibilities + Assist in maintaining databases that support the production of electrical and electronic drawings and engineering documents. + Assist in preparing detailed design, material, and procurement specifications for telecommunications and related equipment. + Support the preparation of engineering designs and requirements for the development, installation, and modification of facilities by analyzing engineering requirements, project parameters, and technical information from multiple sources. + Draft and prepare telecommunications standard guides and templates for assigned projects to ensure consistency and quality. + Participate in site visits to support project scoping and design, verify equipment configurations at field sites, and document as-built conditions during project closeout. + Support responses to telecommunications engineering requests for information verification, including waveguide distances, antenna locations, and equipment spacing. + Review CAD and manually drafted drawings and related documents for drafting accuracy and completeness, providing feedback and making necessary corrections prior to engineering review. + Participate on teams and individually to research and document existing inventories of telecommunications and related equipment, including data entry, data clean-up, and coordination with local resource specialists. + Provide engineering technician expertise to support engineering design and field personnel in all aspects of project documentation. + Organize and analyze drawings prior to project set-up and discuss project complexity and time estimates with technical and supervisory personnel. + Draft designs from engineers' notes and rough sketches using electronic files, drawing stick files, and central records repositories. + Contribute to the development and revision of telecommunications drawing templates and standards. + Perform administrative engineering record maintenance, including obtaining new drawing numbers, entering drawing information into CAD databases at various stages, and completing forms to submit final drawings to central records. + Perform sub-system user file management within CAD systems, including plotting, printing, storing, retrieving, and returning drawings using tools such as ProjectWise. + Update and maintain the as-built file structure within ProjectWise and manage .pdf and related files as requested. + Prepare and draft detailed as-built drawings using MicroStation CAD software to accurately reflect field conditions. + Manage the submission of as-built drawings and documentation and assist in mentoring team members in the as-built process. + Draft and prepare drawing lists and drawing packages for digital signature and distribution to stakeholders. + Capture and update photographic records of physical equipment to support documentation and as-built records. + Scan and file facility documents and legacy/non-electronic prints into electronic systems for long-term retention. + Document and maintain filing systems, files, emails, and records in accordance with compliance requirements, ensuring documents are shared only with personnel who have a lawful purpose to know. + Maintain all official records in alignment with information security and information governance standards and procedures, validating that records are accurately maintained for auditing purposes. + Work collaboratively with project engineering, telecom, and other disciplines such as mechanical, architectural, structural, and substation engineering throughout project lifecycles. + Prioritize tasks, ask clarifying questions, and apply creative thinking to resolve technical and documentation challenges in a deadline-driven environment. Qualifications + Bachelor's or associate degree in electronic engineering or a closely related field is preferred. + 5 years of work experience in a technical or engineering environment with an applicable bachelor's degree. + 7 years of work experience in a technical or engineering environment with an applicable associate's degree. + 9 years of work experience in a technical or engineering environment without a degree or without an applicable degree. + Experience that demonstrates increasing knowledge and responsibility in a technical or engineering setting. + Proficiency in the use of CAD software for creating, reviewing, and updating engineering drawings. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Vancouver, WA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Vancouver,WA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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