Assistant Telecommunications Engineer, Electrical and/or Computer Engineer - Transmission & Distribution (Denver)

Burns & McDonnell; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell is seeking an Assistant Telecommunications Engineer in Denver to support the design of telecom networks, including SCADA, cyber security and fiber optics, using client standards or developing new ones.

You will assist with project deliverables such as BOMs, diagrams, cable lists and network plans while adhering to schedules and QA/QC guidelines. A ABET-accredited engineering degree is required; EIT preferred; strong communication and analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical, computer or related engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing telecommunications networks using client standards or developing new standards.
• Contribute to project deliverables such as BOMs, drawings, wiring diagrams and network diagrams.
• Assist in execution of complex assignments using advanced tools and techniques.
• Identify, communicate and help resolve issues on projects as needed.
• Adhere to project schedules to meet deadlines and QA/QC guidelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Job description

The Assistant Telecommunications Engineer will assist on a variety of complex utility projects, including supervisory control and data acquisition, distribution automation, cyber security, microwave radio, wireless networks, fiber optics, and smart grid.

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 list, 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.

Bachelor's degree in electrical, computer or other related engineering discipline from an ABET accredited program required.

Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Must be capable of applying intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to broad areas of assignments.

Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered.

Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.

Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.

Engineers in Training (EIT) certification preferred.