Telecommunications Engineer - Transmission

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Incentive program based on performance

Medical, dental, and retirement plans

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Telecommunications Engineer in Queenstown to design, implement, and optimize the core transmission network. You will work with fiber, microwave, and transport technologies to ensure high-capacity data flow across the region.

You will plan upgrades, monitor performance, and troubleshoot faults to maintain reliable services. Hybrid work arrangements offer flexibility while contributing to scalable telecom infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience designing and managing telecom transmission networks.
• Strong knowledge of DWDM, OTN, SDH/SONET, microwave, and IP networking principles.
• Experience with transmission planning tools and network simulation software.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with a methodical fault resolution approach.
• Familiarity with Nokia, Huawei, Ciena equipment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer transmission network solutions including fiber optic, microwave, and transport technologies.
• Plan and execute network upgrades, expansions, and cutovers with minimal service impact.
• Monitor network performance, analyze traffic patterns, and implement optimizations for capacity and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex transmission network faults, ensuring rapid restoration of services.
• Develop and maintain detailed network designs, documentation, and configuration standards.
• Collaborate with other engineering teams and vendors on integration and new technology deployment.

Skills

DWDM

OTN

SDH/SONET

Microwave

IP Networking

Network Design

Fault Resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Telecommunications Engineer specializing in Transmission systems to join their team in Queenstown . This critical role will involve the design, implementation, optimization, and maintenance of the company's core transmission network, ensuring robust and high-capacity data flow across the region. You will work with cutting-edge technologies to build and manage the backbone of our client's telecommunications services, playing a vital part in network reliability and future scalability. This position offers a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to contribute significantly to the telecom infrastructure .

Key Responsibilities

• Design and engineer transmission network solutions, including fiber optic, microwave, and other transport technologies.
• Plan and execute network upgrades, expansions, and cutovers with minimal service impact.
• Monitor network performance, analyze traffic patterns, and implement optimizations for capacity and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex transmission network faults, ensuring rapid restoration of services.
• Develop and maintain detailed network designs, documentation, and configuration standards.
• Collaborate with other engineering teams and vendors on integration and new technology deployment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in designing, deploying, and managing telecom transmission networks .
• In-depth knowledge of DWDM, OTN, SDH/SONET, microwave radio, and IP networking principles.
• Experience with transmission planning tools and network simulation software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a methodical approach to fault resolution.
• Familiarity with vendor equipment (e.g., Nokia, Huawei, Ciena) is advantageous.

Benefits

• An attractive salary and performance‑based incentive program.
• Exposure to advanced telecommunications technologies and large‑scale projects.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Generous paid time off and support for professional development.
• Hybrid work environment offering flexibility and work‑life balance.