Telecom Systems Engineer

SolveNow Inc.; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A telecommunications solutions provider based in Tempe is seeking an experienced Telecommunications Systems Engineer to lead complex design projects. This role involves collaborating with architects and engineers to deliver coordinated telecom designs that meet client needs. Candidates should have a strong background in telecommunications design and construction, along with proficiency in AutoCAD, SmartPlant, and Revit MEP. A minimum of 5 years in relevant fields is required, along with a technical degree or better. This position offers a chance to work on impactful projects that shape the future of telecommunications.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant experience in telecommunications design and construction.
• Experience leading a telecommunications design team.
• Experience estimating and scheduling design efforts for large multi-building projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead portions of very large and complex projects as the telecom scope owner.
• Interface directly with client counterparts to design facilities.
• Use AutoCAD, SmartPlant, and Revit MEP to create fully coordinated 3D models.

Skills

Telecommunications design and construction

Structured cabling design

Strong communication skills

Proficiency with Bluebeam

Proficiency with Navisworks

Education

Two-year technical degree or four-year non-technical degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AutoCAD

SmartPlant

Revit MEP

Job description

Qualifications:

Here’s what you’ll need:

• Two‑year technical degree or four‑year non‑technical degree
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in telecommunications design and construction industry
• Knowledge & application of telecommunications industry association (TIA) standards
• Knowledge & application of BICSI (Building Industry Consulting Services International) design practices
• Knowledge & application of NFPA 70 (NEC) and electrical design requirements
• Experience leading a telecommunications design team
• Experience editing design and construction specifications
• Experience with start‑up and commissioning of telecommunications systems
• Experience estimating and scheduling design efforts for large multi‑building projects with multiple phases and design packages
• Strong structured cabling design background
• Proficiency with Bluebeam
• Strong communication skills
• Proficiency with Navisworks

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• BICSI (Building Industry Consulting Services International) RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer) credential
• Project management experience
• Working knowledge of Revit and Navisworks design software platforms
• At least 4 years of telecommunications design experience in semiconductor industry
• Knowledge and design experience with emergency responder radio and distributed antenna (DAS) systems
• Experience in providing quality assurance and checking of telecommunications systems designed by others

Other Certifications:

• BICSI OSP (Outside Plant)
• BICSI RTPM (Registered Telecommunications Project Manager)

Responsibilities:

We are looking for a Telecommunications Systems Engineer who is excited about working on projects that enable the heart of our clients’ business.

This position will provide opportunities to lead portions of very large and complex projects as a telecom scope owner working in conjunction with other telecom design professionals and supporting design staff while collectively producing challenging design packages. This is done in coordination with architects and other discipline engineers / design leads all on one design team. You will interface directly with our client counterparts to design these facilities to meet their needs.

Our teams leverage AutoCAD, SmartPlant, and Revit MEP design software to create fully coordinated 3D models across all disciplines (C, S, A, M, E, P, T, I, L). Through a mixture of full 3D BIM delivery, construction specifications, and 2D sheets, you will help lead the design of everything from Outside Plant (OSP) to inter/intra‑building backbone distribution systems, communication room layouts, rack elevations, wired & wireless device plans, and cable schedules. All facets of the designs and calculations will be completed in accordance with the NEC, applicable TIA and other industry standards as well as client specifications as applicable.