Telecom Power Engineer

Optomi; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Optomi is seeking an experienced Telecom Power Engineer for a hybrid role in Raleigh, NC, focusing on advanced AC and DC power systems for telecom infrastructure. This position involves designing, testing, and documenting solutions, requiring strong expertise in telecom power environments.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree, have significant hands-on experience with relevant power systems, and demonstrate expertise in engineering documentation and technical support.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant power engineering experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong knowledge of 240/120V AC systems and 48V and 130V DC power systems.
• Experience creating engineering documentation such as schematics and installation packages.

Responsibilities

• Engineer and design AC and DC power solutions for telecom infrastructure.
• Build detailed engineering job packages for installations.
• Provide advanced technical support to NOC and field teams.

Skills

Deep experience with telecom power environments

Hands-on background with AC and DC systems

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

ServiceNow

Agile methodologies

Jira

Fusion or CASTPro

Job description

Telecom Power Engineer | Hybrid in Raleigh, NC (3-days onsite) | Longterm

Optomi, in partnership with a leading utility and telecommunications organization, is seeking an experienced Telecom Power Engineer to join their team in Raleigh, NC! This is a senior-level engineering and delivery role focused on the design, implementation, testing, and documentation of advanced AC and DC power systems supporting mission-critical telecom infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have deep experience with telecom power environments, including DC plant systems, UPS configurations, AC/DC distribution, grounding practices, and environmental/alarm monitoring systems. A working understanding of TCP/IP networking fundamentals, including routing and switching, is also required. Exposure to automation, scripting, and Agile-based delivery environments is highly desirable. The right individual will be self-directed, proactive, and comfortable operating with minimal supervision while contributing within small, collaborative engineering teams.

Experience of the right candidate

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related discipline with 6+ years of relevant power engineering experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Strong hands-on background with 240/120V AC systems as well as 48V and 130V DC power systems
• Practical experience with UPS and DC plant platforms such as Eltek, Vertiv, Powerware, and Delta
• Knowledge of generator backup systems and grounding standards for telecom shelters and tower environments
• Foundational understanding of TCP/IP networking concepts, including routing and switching
• Experience creating engineering documentation such as schematics, installation packages, diagrams, and equipment lists
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, SharePoint, Teams)
• Familiarity with tools and processes such as ServiceNow, Agile methodologies, Kanban, Jira, and documentation systems like Fusion or CASTPro
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively across technical teams and stakeholders

Responsibilities of the right candidate

• Engineer and design AC and DC power solutions supporting telecom infrastructure systems
• Build detailed engineering job packages (EJPs), including material lists, installation steps, network/topology diagrams, shelf layouts, and supporting technical documentation
• Develop cost estimates, perform basic economic analyses, and prepare work orders for planned deployments and upgrades
• Provide advanced (Tier 3) technical support to NOC, field installation, and maintenance teams
• Collaborate with engineering peers to coordinate and execute infrastructure projects from planning through implementation
• Ensure all designs meet performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness requirements aligned with business needs
• Stay current with evolving telecom power technologies, tools, and industry standards
• Support efforts to improve troubleshooting processes for Tier 1 and Tier 2 support teams
• Participate in Agile-based engineering workflows to support project planning and delivery cycles