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Assistant Telecommunications Engineer, Electrical and/or Computer Engineer - Transmission & Distribution (Chattanooga)

Burns & McDonnell
Chattanooga, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 10/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/7/2026
Description

The Assistant Telecommunications Engineer will assist on a variety of complex utility projects, including supervisory control and data acquisition, distribution automation, cyber security, microwave radio, wireless networks, fiber optics, and smart grid.

  • Assist in designing telecommunications networks utilizing client standards or developing new standards.
  • Assist with project deliverables such as: bill of materials, specifications, yard layouts, equipment plans, sections and details, wiring diagrams, control building arrangements, DC calculations, cable lists, SCADA points lists, device configuration files, network architecture diagrams, channel plans, RF path studies, and cutover plans.
  • Assist in execution of complex assignments requiring the use of advanced tools and techniques, resulting in the development of new or improved processes, equipment and/or technological methods.
  • Identify, communicate and assist in resolving issues on projects as needed.
  • Adhere to established project schedule to meet deadlines.
  • Work closely with the project team to ensure deliverables and services are being provided to client’s satisfaction and that projects are following internal QA/QC guidelines.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a related field from a recognized, accredited program required.
  • ABET accreditation strongly preferred.
  • Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Must be capable of applying intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to broad areas of assignments.
  • Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered.
  • Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
  • Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.
  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.
  • Engineers in Training (EIT) Certification preferred.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

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Job Telecommunications

Primary Location US-TN-Chattanooga

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 264341

Job Hire Type New Grad #T&D \IND-DNP\

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