Senior Telecommunications Engineer

WSP USA; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Parental leave (up to 16 weeks)

Flexible work arrangements

Potential for global mobility

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Senior Telecommunications Engineer to lead design, integration and delivery of telecom systems across a portfolio of mission-critical projects, with a focus on Data Centres and Aviation in Australia. You will drive reliability, resilience and innovation while collaborating with diverse teams across the region.

Join a global practice delivering high-profile projects and mentoring engineers, supported by a flexible hybrid work model and opportunities for career growth across

Qualifications

• 7+ years delivering mission-critical projects in Telecommunications/ICT in the Property and Buildings sector.
• Experience in data centres, transport, healthcare or aviation.
• Experience in Australia within an engineering consultancy is essential.
• Ability to collaborate with MEP engineers, Controls and Security designers.

Responsibilities

• Manage project timelines, budgets and deliverables across multiple concurrent projects.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical excellence.
• Engage with clients, contractors and stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Lead small to medium-sized design projects and support larger programmes.

Skills

Telecommunications

ICT services

Project leadership

collaboration with MEP, Controls and S

Education

Engineering degree (Telecommunications/ Electrical/ Computer Systems)

Tools

Structured Cabling

Outside Plant

IT & OT Networks

ICN platforms

Job description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

• Position opened Australia wide. Office locations Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide.
• Work on iconic projects as part of a collaborative and high performing team.
• Enjoy supportive & flexible working through our hybrid work model.

Are you a seasoned Telecommunications Engineer with expertise in Structured Cabling, Outside Plant, Wired and Wireless Networks, and mission-critical projects?

We’re looking for a Senior Telecommunications Engineer to lead the design, integration, and delivery of cutting-edge telecommunications systems across a diverse portfolio of mission-critical projects, with a primary focus on Data Centres and Aviation.

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

About the role

Join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in delivering mission-critical solutions across Australia and Asia’s most significant developments. This role offers the chance to work on high-profile projects across the region for multiple clients. You’ll play a key part in delivering mission critical projects that demand reliability, resilience, and innovation, while contributing to the continued growth and success of our business. We are happy to consider applications from Senior Engineer to Associate level.

In this role, you will:

• Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables across multiple concurrent projects.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical excellence across the team.
• Engage with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Lead small to medium-sized design projects and support larger, complex programmes, ensuring technical excellence, cost efficiency, and timely delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the design and documentation of projects involving Structured cabling systems, Outside Plant, IT & OT Networks, ICN platforms.
• Collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to develop ICT strategies and holistic solutions.
• Interfacing with Controls, MEP and Security specialists to develop an architecture that support other systems holistically.
• Researching and implementing latest innovations in the Telecommunications discipline.
• Preparing technical documentation and managing construction phase services.
• Ensuring compliance with WSP’s quality assurance and project delivery standards.
• Supporting commissioning activities.

About you

• 7+ years of experience delivering mission critical projects with an emphasis on Telecommunications / ICT services within the Property and Buildings sector.
• Proven experience working in data centres, transport, healthcare and/or aviation.
• Experience in Australia within an engineering consultancy is essential.
• Proven ability to collaborate with MEP engineers, Controls and Security designers.
• Specialist in ICT and/or Telecommunications and ability to provide this technical expertise.
• Experience preparing technical documentation (e.g. specifications, schematics, reports) and managing construction phase services.
• Demonstrated project leadership experience in managing project timelines, deliverables, budgets, and stakeholder relationships.
• A collaborative mindset, enthusiasm for innovation, and commitment to delivering technically strong and efficient project outcomes.
• Relevant Engineering degree (Bachelor or Masters) in Telecommunications, Computer Systems or Electrical Engineering.

At WSP, you’ll find the scale and resources to do the kind of work the world needs—while feeling supported, heard, and empowered to grow your career. Here’s what sets us apart:

• Competitive Pay & Perks– Enjoy top-tier compensation, salary continuance insurance and more.
• Inclusive Culture– Thrive in a team that celebrates diverse voices and values your unique perspective.
• Career Growth, Your Way– Access mentoring, leadership development, secondments, and global mobility opportunities.
• Flexibility That Works– Embrace flexible work arrangements and the option to purchase up to four extra weeks of leave.
• Family & Life Support– Benefit from up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave and tailored return-to-work support.
• Purpose-Driven Projects– Contribute to meaningful work that helps build sustainable, resilient communities.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 73,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

An employee Share Purchase Plan is available to all our permanent employees who wish to become owners and vested partners in WSP’s collective success. To find out more about our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people, and the programs we’ve designed to help you thrive, go to our Employee Benefits page.