Staff Telecommunications Engineer

ESPO Corporation; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 66,124 - 74,390; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

ESPO Corporation in Kansas City is seeking a Staff Telecommunications Engineer for a 12-month contract. This role involves designing telecommunication projects and collaborating with a diverse project team to ensure deliverables meet client standards.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and at least 3 years of relevant experience, preferably in telecommunications design. A comprehensive benefits package, including PTO and insurance, is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an ABET-accredited program.
• Minimum of 3 years of utility telecommunications project experience.
• Experience with large multidisciplinary projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design telecommunication project types and physical pathway infrastructures.
• Produce design drawings and work closely with project teams.
• Assist in project construction administration as needed.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Basic knowledge of telecommunications design

Proficiency in Bluebeam software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, or related engineering discipline

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Excel

Bluebeam

Job description

Staff Telecommunications Engineer

12 month contract • $48–$54/hr • Kansas City, MO

The Staff Telecommunications Engineer will assist in various phases of planning, site evaluations, analytical designs, report preparation, and construction documentation as part of a project team. This role will require work on a diverse portfolio of project types and clients.

Responsibilities

• Designing various telecommunication project types, including physical pathway infrastructure designs (inside and outside plant), equipment plan layouts, and structured cabling design utilizing client standards or developing new standards as required.
• Assist with project deliverables such as cable schedules, bill of materials, specifications, rack/equipment layouts, and associated details.
• Assist with a variety of assignments using prescribed methods and standard techniques, including refining rough sketches, sizing system components, problem analysis, and performing calculations on non‑routine assignments.
• Produce initial designs or sketches and redline/mark‑up drawings on ongoing projects.
• Work closely with other disciplines (Architecture, Mechanical, Structural, Civil, Electrical, etc.) to develop coordinated designs for green‑field and brown‑field heavy commercial construction projects, including hyperscale data centers, manufacturing facilities, and large‑scale building/campus projects.
• Identify, communicate, and assist in resolving issues on projects as needed.
• Apply design codes and specifications related to design requirements.
• Complete and review design drawings within scope, budget, and schedule, performing tasks within budgeted hours and deadlines.
• Work closely with the project team to ensure deliverables and services satisfy the client and adhere to internal QA/QC guidelines.
• Assist in project construction administration, responding to RFIs, product data submittals, shop drawings, and fiber optic/copper cable test reviews.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, or related engineering discipline from an ABET‑accredited program and a minimum of 3 years of utility telecommunications project or related experience is required. Consulting experience preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to apply intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to broad areas of assignments.
• Capability to devise new approaches to problems encountered.
• Basic knowledge of telecommunications design, calculations, and systems.
• Basic knowledge of the theory and practices of engineering disciplines; competent in fundamental concepts of other disciplines as they relate to the assigned discipline.
• Understanding of design software such as Revit and Excel to develop deliverables and coordinate with detailers and designers; ability to learn and effectively utilize new design software and programs, including AI tools. Experience in Autodesk Revit is strongly preferred.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred.
• Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.
• Legally authorized to work permanently in the country where this position is located.
• Engineers in Training (EIT) certification preferred.
• Experience in telecommunications or related field.
• Experience with large multidisciplinary projects or construction.
• Proficiency in Bluebeam software for markups and coordination.

Benefits

ESPO offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes PTO, group health and dental insurance, and 401(k) after meeting the necessary waiting periods.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law. If you need assistance applying, please get in touch with us directly.