Assistant Telecom Engineer – T&D & Smart Grid

Burns & McDonnell; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Chicago seeks an Assistant Telecommunications Engineer to assist on complex utility projects across SCADA, distribution automation, cybersecurity, microwave radio, wireless networks, fiber optics, and smart grid.

You will help design telecom networks, prepare BOMs, specs, layouts, wiring diagrams, and channel plans, support site deliverables, and ensure QA/QC standards are followed; strong communication and problem solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related field required.
• ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to apply intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to broad assignments.
• Ability to devise new approaches to problems encountered.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Campus or community involvement preferred.
• Authorized to work permanently in the country of the position.
• Engineers in Training (EIT) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing telecommunications networks utilizing client standards or developing new standards.
• Assist with project deliverables such as: bill of materials, specifications, yard layouts, equipment plans, sections and details, wiring diagrams, control building arrangements, DC calculations, cable lists, SCADA points lists, device configuration files, network architecture diagrams, channel plans, RF path studies, and cutover plans.
• Assist in execution of complex assignments requiring the use of advanced tools and techniques, resulting in the development of new or improved processes, equipment and/or technological methods.
• Identify, communicate and assist in resolving issues on projects as needed.
• Adhere to established project schedule to meet deadlines.
• Work closely with the project team to ensure deliverables and services are being provided to client’s satisfaction and that projects are following internal QA/QC guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Apply complex knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering

ABET accreditation preferred

Job description

Burns & McDonnell in Chicago seeks an Assistant Telecommunications Engineer to assist on complex utility projects across SCADA, distribution automation, cybersecurity, microwave radio, wireless networks, fiber optics, and smart grid.

You will help design telecom networks, prepare BOMs, specs, layouts, wiring diagrams, and channel plans, support site deliverables, and ensure QA/QC standards are followed; strong communication and problem solving are essential.