Industrial Engineering Technician

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled electrical and communications infrastructure professional to join our team in a role focused on the installation, maintenance, testing, certification, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical, structured cabling, fiber optic, and low-voltage communication systems. This position plays a critical role in supporting the design and operation of utility communications infrastructure across substations, service centers, control centers, data centers, offices, and field facilities. The ideal candidate combines deep traditional electrical knowledge with telecommunications and network infrastructure expertise to deliver safe, reliable, and standards-compliant installations in demanding utility environments.

Responsibilities

• Install, modify, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems supporting communications and network infrastructure

• Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, riser diagrams, and construction drawings

• Install conduit, cable tray, grounding systems, raceways, and associated infrastructure

• Ensure compliance with NEC, OSHA, NFPA 70E, utility standards, and local electrical codes

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on electrical systems supporting telecommunications equipment

• Install, terminate, test, certify, and troubleshoot copper and fiber optic cabling systems including CAT6A, CAT7, multimode, and single-mode fiber

• Conduct fiber splicing, OTDR testing, power meter testing, and certification testing

• Install, maintain, and support MDF, IDF, communications shelters, data center, and network room infrastructure

• Maintain cable management, labeling, and documentation standards in accordance with BICSI and company requirements

• Support communication infrastructure projects in substations, generation facilities, operations centers, service centers, and other company facilities

• Assist with WAN, LAN, SCADA, radio, microwave, security, and utility communication infrastructure deployments

• Coordinate work with engineers, communication technicians, contractors, and project managers

• Perform site surveys and evaluate infrastructure requirements

• Perform certification testing of installed infrastructure and maintain accurate as-built drawings, records, test documentation, and system inventories

• Document deficiencies and recommend corrective actions to ensure all installations meet company quality and workmanship standards

• Follow all company safety procedures, participate in job hazard assessments and safety briefings, and maintain qualified worker status and required certifications

Skills

• Thorough understanding of AC and DC electrical systems, circuits, and electrical safety practices

• Knowledge of structured cabling standards including ANSI/TIA and BICSI best practices

• Proficiency in fiber optic installation, splicing, and testing

• Ability to operate lifts, ladders, fusion splicers, OTDRs, and certification testers

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Physical ability to lift up to 75 pounds, climb ladders, work at heights, access confined spaces, and work in varying indoor and outdoor weather conditions

• Ability to travel throughout the service territory as required

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of electrical construction, telecommunications, structured cabling, or related field experience

• Experience with both copper and fiber optic communications systems

• Experience reading electrical and telecommunications drawings

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required

• Technical school, apprenticeship, or vocational training required

• Journeyman Electrician License (where required by state or local jurisdiction)

• BICSI Technician (TECH) Certification required

• Valid Driver's License required

• Preferred: BICSI Installer 2 Copper, BICSI Installer 2 Optical Fiber, or BICSI RCDD certification

• Preferred: Fiber Optic Association (FOA) certifications

• Preferred: Manufacturer certifications from CommScope, Corning, Panduit, Leviton, or similar

The closing date for applications for this job posting is 10/15/2026.

Should you require any accommodations in responding to this job posting or at any stage during the application process, kindly e-mail : xcelenergyprogramoffice@magnitglobal.com