Assistant Telecommunications Engineer (Electrical and/or Computer Engineer) Transmission & Distribution - Network, Integration, & Automation (Akron)

Burns & McDonnell; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Akron, OH is seeking an Assistant Telecommunications Engineer to support diverse utility projects, including SCADA, distribution automation, cyber security, microwave, wireless networks, fiber, and smart grid.

You will assist in designing networks, producing BOMs, specifications, layouts, and wiring diagrams, and help execute complex tasks using advanced tools. EIT certification and ABET accreditation are preferred qualifications for new grads.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical and/or computer engineering or related field from an accredited program; ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• Engineers in Training (EIT) certification preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing telecommunications networks per client standards or new standards.
• Support project deliverables such as BOMs, specs, layouts, wiring diagrams, and SCADA-related documents.
• Contribute to complex assignments using advanced tools to develop improved processes or methods.
• Identify and help resolve issues on projects and ensure adherence to QA/QC guidelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering

ABET accreditation preferred

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 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical and/or Computer Engineering or a related field from a recognized accredited program. ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
• 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.
• Engineers in Training (EIT) Certification 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.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job

Electrical Engineering

Primary Location

US-OH-Akron

Schedule:

Full-time

Travel:

Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID:

263905

Job Hire Type

New Grad #T&D IND-DNP