Engineer - Telecoms

Arcadis; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadis in Mumbai is looking for a Telecom Senior Design Engineer to lead design and integration of telecom systems across complex projects. The ideal candidate should have strong technical expertise, experience in client-facing roles, and the ability to mentor junior engineers.

The successful applicant will oversee telecom system designs, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and must be proficient in CAD and Microsoft software.

Qualifications

• Detailed knowledge in design and integration of telecom systems.
• Experience in large multidiscipilinary projects, especially rail transport and energy.
• Familiar with international design codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of telecom system designs ensuring client alignment.
• Support delivery across the project lifecycle using emerging technologies.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical support.

Skills

Telecommunication technology expertise

Client interaction

Proficiency in CAD software

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Education

BE / B.Tech / M.Tech in Electrical and Electronic Engineering / Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

3D BIM modelling software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Visio

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Role description

We are seeking a highly skilled Telecom Senior Design Engineer to lead the design and integration of telecom systems across complex infrastructure projects. This role is ideal for a professional with strong technical expertise, client‑facing experience, and the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams while mentoring junior engineers.

Role accountabilities

• Lead the development of telecom system designs for projects of varying size and complexity, ensuring alignment with client objectives and project requirements.
• Support delivery across the full project lifecycle, from concept development and design through implementation and operations, using both established and emerging technologies.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary design teams while providing guidance, mentorship, and technical support to junior engineers and less experienced colleagues.
• Apply strong expertise in telecommunications technology, including industrial and commercial network systems, across a diverse range of infrastructure projects.

Qualifications & Experience

• BE / B.Tech / M.Tech in Electrical and Electronic Engineering / Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering from a recognized university.

Role Requirements

The successful candidate will demonstrate detailed knowledge in the design and integration of telecom systems and subsystems, including but not limited to the following:

Technical Systems Expertise

• Structured cabling ICT infrastructure, including copper and fibre optic systems.
• Networked applications, including CCTV, Public Address System (PA), Access Control System (ACS), Passenger Help Points (PHP), Customer Information System (CIS), and clock systems.
• Wireless network architecture.
• Mobile telephony and radio systems and architectures, including base station configurations and bandwidth management.
• Working knowledge of SCADA design.
• Experience in developing, analysing, assessing, and implementing network technologies for converged networks and other network architectures.

Project Delivery And Infrastructure Experience

• Experience in preparing conceptual reports, schematic designs, project documentation, specifications, schedules, calculations, bills of materials, implementation or construction plans, and costings to meet client requirements.
• Experience working on large, multidisciplinary infrastructure projects, preferably in rail transport, data center, energy, industrial processing, and building sectors.
• Experience supporting estimates for engineering projects and tenders with regard to resources, plans, technology, risk, and process.
• Broad knowledge of telecom networks in civil construction, mechanical, and electrical infrastructure.

Stakeholder and Industry Knowledge

• Client interaction is an important part of the role, and candidates must have previous experience working with clients and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with international design codes and standards.
• Preferably, experience within a consultancy environment.

Software Proficiency

• Proficiency in CAD software such as AutoCAD or MicroStation is expected.
• Proficiency in 3D BIM modelling software such as Revit or OpenBuilding Designer will be an added advantage.
• Proficiency in CDE environment like ACC & ProjectWise.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and Outlook are expected.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why equality and inclusion is at the forefront of all our activities. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity employer; women, minorities, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non‑discrimination in employment on any basis including race, caste, creed, colour, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, and gender identity.