Telecommunications Systems Engineer

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health insurance

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Telecommunications Systems Engineer to contribute to its advanced network operations in East London, Eastern Cape. The role covers design, implementation, and ongoing support of complex telecom systems essential to services.

You will work with VoIP, IP networks, and transmission technologies, collaborating across teams to enhance stability, security, and performance while adhering to industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in telecommunications systems engineering.
• Proficiency with VoIP, IP networking, and transmission technologies.
• Experience with network monitoring and management tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and teamwork.
• Hybrid work capability in East London.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, configure, and maintain telecommunications systems, including voice, data, and video networks.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues, implementing solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies and upgrade infrastructure.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, including network diagrams and operational procedures.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and company policies for network security and performance.
• Participate in capacity planning and future network design discussions.

Skills

VoIP

IP networking

Transmission technologies

Network monitoring

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

Network monitoring tools

Management tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Telecommunications Systems Engineer to contribute to their advanced network operations in East London . This role involves the design, implementation, and ongoing support of complex telecommunications systems that underpin critical services. You will work with a variety of technologies to ensure network stability and performance for their growing customer base in the Eastern Cape. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer passionate about telecommunications to make a tangible impact within a forward-thinking organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, install, configure, and maintain telecommunications systems, including voice, data, and video networks.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues, implementing solutions to ensure optimal operation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies and upgrade existing infrastructure.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, including network diagrams and operational procedures.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and company policies for network security and performance.
• Participate in capacity planning and future network design discussions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in telecommunications systems engineering.
• Proficiency with VoIP, IP networking, and various transmission technologies.
• Experience with network monitoring and management tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities, suitable for a hybrid working model in East London .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual performance review.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training.
• A flexible hybrid work environment offering a blend of office and remote work.
• Be part of a key contributor to the telecoms infrastructure in the Eastern Cape.