Senior Telecoms Engineer

NES Fircroft Ltd; St. Neots; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering staffing provider is seeking a Senior Telecoms Engineer to manage the ACS package for a major energy project in St. Neots. The role involves designing and implementing telecom systems, resolving network issues, and mentoring junior engineers. Candidates should have at least 5 years of telecoms engineering experience and relevant qualifications. This position operates on a hybrid work basis with a 12+ month duration.

Benefits

Visa assistance

Accommodation support

Benefits package

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in telecoms engineering or network infrastructure.
• Experience working with ACS.
• Deep knowledge of SIP, VoIP, MPLS, SD-WAN, and PBX systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage telecommunication systems and the ACS package.
• Monitor and troubleshoot network connectivity, bandwidth, and signal integrity issues.
• Lead incident response and resolution for telecom outages or service degradation.

Skills

Telecoms engineering

Network infrastructure

SIP

VoIP

MPLS

SD-WAN

PBX systems

Project management

Education

Degree in Telecommunications, Electronics, Computer Science

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Performance monitoring software

Job description

NES Fircroft is currently recruiting for a Senior Telecoms Engineer for our client, a global leader in electrification and automation. The Senior Telecoms Engineer will be responsible for delivering the ACS (Access Control System) package for a major energy project, covering design, installation, and commissioning phases.

Location: St. Neots, Cambridgeshire

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (Office-based)

Duration: 12 months+

Contract Type: Outside IR35

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Telecoms Engineer to oversee the design, maintenance, optimization, and implementation of telecommunications systems, primarily focusing on the ACS package from design to commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage telecommunication systems and the ACS package.
• Monitor and troubleshoot network connectivity, bandwidth, and signal integrity issues.
• Lead incident response and resolution for telecom outages or service degradation.
• Collaborate with vendors and carriers for provisioning, upgrades, and support.
• Document network configurations, changes, and maintenance schedules.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance across teams.

Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in telecoms engineering or network infrastructure.
• Experience working with ACS.
• Deep knowledge of SIP, VoIP, MPLS, SD-WAN, and PBX systems.
• Proficiency with diagnostic tools and performance monitoring software.
• Familiarity with network security protocols and redundancy planning.
• Experience managing projects, budgets, and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Degree in Telecommunications, Electronics, Computer Science, or related field.
• Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent (desirable).

With over 90 years of combined experience, NES Fircroft is proud to be a leading engineering staffing provider across various sectors worldwide. We support our contractors with visa assistance, benefits, and accommodation to ensure safe and compliant support for our clients.