Telecom Project Engineer

AtkinsRéalis; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with vesting

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Tallahassee, FL is seeking a Telecom Project Engineer with 1–4 years of experience in electrical, communications, or computer engineering. The role involves supporting at client offices with the AtkinsRéalis team, designing scopes of work, and developing plans and drawings for microwave, fiber, IP/MPLS networks, and power/generator systems.

You will participate in field observations, prepare cost estimates, and produce reports under supervision.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree required or equivalent.
• E.I. or EIT registration required; PE desirable.

Responsibilities

• Designs scopes of work, plans, and drawings for telecom projects.
• Conducts engineering investigations and planning.
• Reviews shop drawings and supports construction activities.
• Prepares preliminary man-hour, cost and material estimates.
• Performs field observations and condition assessments.

Job description

Overview

AtkinsRealis is seeking a Telecom Project Engineer to join our team in Tallahassee, FL. This position will require a minimum of 1‑4 years of experience with Electrical, Communications, or Computer Engineering. The role will include providing engineering support tasks embedded at client office with other AtkinsRéalis team members in Tallahassee, FL.

Your role

• Designs and develops scopes of work, plans, and drawings. Assignments may include microwave communications networks, fiber optic systems, IP/MPLS networking, electrical power systems, equipment shelters, HVACs, lightning protection systems and grounding, emergency generators, DC power systems, uninterruptible power supplies, electronic entry systems, video surveillance systems, network management systems.
• Organizes and conducts engineering investigations and planning work which have a well defined scope.
• Outlines and prepares relatively straightforward reports of sections of more complex reports, working under the periodic review of a more experienced professional.
• Provides engineering services during construction activities by reviewing shop drawings for conformance with specifications; prepares records and progress reports defining construction progress; observes construction procedures under the guidance of a more experienced professional, and evaluates the results from quality control testing.
• Researches feasibility of alternative design approaches, site conditions, and regulatory agency specifications.
• Prepares preliminary man‑hour, cost and material quantity estimates.
• Participates in quality control checks, maintaining quality standards in all work produced, checking computations, and/or reviewing designs and drawings performed by others.
• Performs field observations of construction and system integration activities where appropriate.
• Performs field inspections of existing systems to assess condition.
• Prepare and make presentations to staff and client.
• Performs such other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.

About you

Education and experience :

• B.S. or M.S. in Electrical, Communications, or Computer Engineering from an ABET accredited college/university. This level may be achieved by Engineers with 2 years' experience since B.S. or 1 year since M.S. The typical incumbent has 3 to 5 years' experience since Bachelor's degree.

Professional registrations:

• E.I. or EIT is required. Professional Engineer is desired.

Special Skills:

• Word, Excel, PowerPoint skills required.
• Technical drawing (CAD, MicroStation, Visio or equivalent) skills required.
• Technical writing, computer and communications skills required.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company‑paid life and short‑ and long‑term disability benefits, employer‑matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page.

Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $85,000 - $135,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug‑Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability

Please review AtkinsRéalis' Equal Opportunity Statement here.