Senior Telecommunications Engineer - Utilities

ENTRUST Solutions Group; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company-m

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

ENTRUST Solutions Group is seeking a Senior Telecom Engineer to lead and deliver multiplexer replacement programs, migration plans, and strategic telecom roadmaps for utility clients. You will prepare design packages and support budgeting, vendor selection, and bids, while providing Owner's Engineering services through construction and commissioning.

The role requires leadership experience, deep knowledge of utility telecom systems, and strong collaboration across teams to ensure project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited university.
• 10–15 years of experience supporting utility, telecommunications, or electrical infrastructure projects.
• 7+ years of engineering leadership or project engineering experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading major multiplexer replacement or migration programs.
• Experience developing strategic telecommunications roadmaps and deployment plans for electric and gas utilities.
• Knowledge of utility telecommunications systems, WAN transport networks, and fiber optic communications.
• Experience supporting Protection & Control, SCADA, automation, and communication-assisted relaying systems.
• Familiarity with NPCC Directory 4, ISO-NE OP-18, C37.94, Mirrored Bits, and DTT applications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Visio and utility drawing management processes.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and committed to continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, scoping, design, and implementation of multiplexer replacement and migration programs.
• Develop long-term telecom strategies and migration roadmaps.
• Prepare engineering and design packages, specifications, and construction documentation.
• Support cost estimating, budgeting, and project alternative analysis.
• Participate in RFP evaluations, vendor selection, and bid reviews.
• Provide Owner's Engineering services, including design reviews, construction support, commissioning oversight, and field inspections.
• Develop communication-assisted protection and control solutions compliant with NPCC requirements.
• Create and review fiber optic splice diagrams and analyze OTDR test results.
• Support feasibility studies, technical reviews, conceptual designs, contract drawings, and scope development.
• Collaborate with project teams, clients, vendors, and stakeholders throughout project execution.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

10-15 years of experience in utility telecommunications or electrical infrastructure projects

7+ years of engineering leadership or project engineering experience

Experience leading multiplexer replacement or migration programs

Experience developing strategic telecom roadmaps for utilities

Knowledge of WAN transport networks and fiber optic communications

Experience with Protection & Control, SCADA, and relaying systems

Familiarity with NPCC Directory 4, ISO-NE OP-18, C37.94, Mirrored Bits, and DTT applications

Proficiency with Microsoft Visio and drawing management processes

Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills

Tools

Microsoft Visio

Drawing management processes

Job description

ENTRUST Solutions Group is seeking an experienced Senior Telecom Engineer to support utility telecommunications projects with a focus on Multiplexer (MUX) Replacement Programs. This role will provide technical leadership, engineering expertise, and strategic direction for the planning, design, and migration of legacy telecommunications systems to modern technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead planning, scoping, design, and implementation of multiplexer replacement and migration programs.
• Develop long-term telecom strategies and migration roadmaps.
• Prepare engineering and design packages, specifications, and construction documentation.
• Support cost estimating, budgeting, and project alternative analysis.
• Participate in RFP evaluations, vendor selection, and bid reviews.
• Provide Owner's Engineering services, including design reviews, construction support, commissioning oversight, and field inspections.
• Develop communication-assisted protection and control solutions compliant with NPCC requirements.
• Create and review fiber optic splice diagrams and analyze OTDR test results.
• Support feasibility studies, technical reviews, conceptual designs, contract drawings, and scope development.
• Collaborate with project teams, clients, vendors, and stakeholders throughout project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited university.
• 10-15 years of experience supporting utility, telecommunications, or electrical infrastructure projects.
• 7+ years of engineering leadership or project engineering experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading major multiplexer replacement or migration programs.
• Experience developing strategic telecommunications roadmaps and deployment plans for electric and gas utilities.
• Knowledge of utility telecommunications systems, WAN transport networks, and fiber optic communications.
• Experience supporting Protection & Control, SCADA, automation, and communication-assisted relaying systems.
• Familiarity with NPCC Directory 4, ISO-NE OP-18, C37.94, Mirrored Bits, and DTT applications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Visio and utility drawing management processes.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and committed to continuous learning.

Preferred Experience

• SEL ICON
• Belden XTRAN
• GE JMUX / JPAX systems
• OSP fiber design, installation, testing, and commissioning
• Fiber splice design and OTDR trace analysis
• Utility telecom standards development and technology strategy

Why Join Us?

At ENTRUST Solutions Group, a Leidos company, we are driven by a commitment to innovation, technical excellence, and delivering the critical infrastructure that powers and connects communities. Together with Leidos, we are building a scaled, end-to-end energy and infrastructure organization focused on modernizing the grid, improving reliability, and helping utilities and network providers meet rising demand.

As an ENR top ranked firm, our team of more than 5,000 professionals brings deep technical expertise and advanced technology across electric, gas, and telecommunications infrastructure. We solve complex challenges for clients across North America and expanding markets, helping them strengthen reliability, expand capacity, and adapt to evolving infrastructure needs.

We foster a culture where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement are expected, and where people are empowered to challenge convention, think boldly, and make an impact. Whether you are looking to grow your expertise, lead transformative projects, or help shape the future of infrastructure, you will find opportunities to thrive here.

If you are ready to outthink the status quo, tackle meaningful challenges, and build what is next, we would love to hear from you.

What We Offer

• A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and encourages innovation.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, retirement program with a company match, tuition reimbursement, and flexible work schedules.

Benefits & Salary

• This position pays between $130,000 and $155,000 annually and is an exempt position.
• Benefits offered include company sponsored medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plan with company match. Also offered are tuition reimbursement, voluntary life, disability, critical illness, accident and hospitalization plans. HSA or FSA medical accounts and FSA dependent care and transportation/parking accounts are also available. These benefits are subject to employee contribution amounts generally set annually.
• Full time employees are eligible to earn PTO hours.
• May be eligible for discretionary bonus as determined by the company.

To learn more about ENTRUST Benefits and Culture, please visit our company LinkedIn page and follow us at:

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ENTRUST Solutions Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.