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Lead Engineer - Telecom

Qualus
Chattanooga, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 6/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/9/2027

Position Overview

Power your Future with Qualus as a Senior Telecommunications Engineer. Our Telecommunication Engineers focus on complex engineering designs, BOM's, and construction packages for telecommunications solutions for power utility infrastructure while providing client support throughout the construction process. Responsibilities include engineering design, verifying implementation feasibility, documenting site details, and collaborating within a team environment.

Responsibilities

  • Research and create engineering designs of complex telecommunications solutions, preferably in the Power/Utility industry.
  • Create designs and full construction packages for robust telecommunications solutions using Fiber, Microwave, SONET MUX, MHz, Radio, FAN, Circuits, Power, Switches, Routers, TCP/IP, and subtending devices.
  • Develop and document detailed project plans for programs involving cross-functional teams and challenging requirements.
  • Create and markup SLDs, interconnect diagrams, WAN, LAN, tower drawings, etc.
  • Multitask and manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
  • Collaborate with facilities, engineering, and systems administration teams.
  • Use Adobe Pro, Excel, Visio, and MS Office suite to create detailed documentation and designs.

Qualifications

  • BS in Electrical Engineering (or 8 years of relevant job experience). 
  • 5 years of experience in telecommunications, with experience in Substation or Distribution preferred.
  • 5 years of experience in researching and designing complex telecommunication solutions.
  • 2 years of project management experience with a proven ability to manage tasks under tight deadlines.
  • Proven track record of success and delivering results.
  • Strong sense of methodology, process, and metrics in managing functions and projects.
  • Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills conducive to team development.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Exposure to Bentley MicroStation is  plus.
  • Mut be able to pass a NERC level background check.

 

 

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Benefits & Compensation

Qualus benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays, for those who qualify.

 

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Company Overview

Qualus is a leading pure-play power solutions firm and innovator at the forefront of power infrastructure transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and renewable and energy storage developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, and specialized field services. Qualus also provides software and technology enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange. The firm has over 1,800 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.

EEO

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation across Canada and the US.

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