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Staff Telecommunications Engineer - Transmission & Distribution

Burns & McDonnell
Wallingford, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 3/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/23/2026
Description

The Staff Telecommunications Engineer will support 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.

  • Support the design of telecommunications networks utilizing client standards or developing new standards.
  • Support 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.
  • Support 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 support the resolution of issues on projects as needed.
  • Provide guidance and instruction to less experienced staff members.
  • Work with the project manager to support the project schedule and meet deadlines.
  • Work closely with the project team to ensure deliverables and services are being provided to the client’s satisfaction and that projects are following internal QA/QC guidelines.
  • Perform design quality reviews.
  • Meet and correspond with clients or outside personnel to develop relationships with key client points of contact.
  • Provide support in preparing proposals and presentations.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in electrical, computer, or other related engineering discipline from an ABET-accredited program and 3 years of experience in utility telecommunications projects or related fields required. Consulting experience preferred.
  • Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as 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.
  • Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred.

Compensation

$120,000.00-175,000.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

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-PA-Conshohocken

Other Locations US-CT-Wallingford, US-MA-Newton, US-NJ-Morristown

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 15 % of the Time

Req ID: 260344

Job Hire Type Experienced #T&D

Salary : $120,000 - $175,000

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