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Telecommunications Engineer

TRC Companies, Inc.
San Francisco, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/21/2026

Overview

TRC has an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer in delivering telecommunication engineering solutions to our varied client base. The Telecommunications Engineer will report directly to the Senior Telecommunication Operations Manager and will support engineering design for our portfolio of clients and projects including utilities, municipalities and ISP's.

The ideal candidate will be familiar with all aspects of Telecommunications engineering including the design of Fiber Optic networks, RF systems,utility and telecom sites, facilities including primary and backup power, grounding, etc.


Responsibilities

  • Interact with client and design team by supporting project deliverables and acting as a technical advisor to the engineering execution team.
  • Lead and perform communication projects for wide range of clients.
  • Develop engineering design drawing and specification packages for contractor bidding.
  • Oversee, lead, and perform telecommunications project design efforts for fiber optic, microwave, and two-way radio system procurement and implementation utilizing client standards or developing new standards for utilities.
  • Work with governmental and regulatory agencies.
  • Establish project schedules and budgets.
  • Coordinate with other internal engineering departments, external contractors, and utility construction crews.
  • Work with Project Management team to track technical, schedule, and cost performance of projects and staff.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in consulting engineering to electric, gas, water, or similar industries.
  • EIT preferred.
  • Experienced with EDX, Planet, Pathloss software or any other similar path design software.
  • Familiarity with and understanding of TDM, IP, SONET, GIGE, RF, Mesh, SCADA, P-C, DNP, 61850.
  • Knowledge and experience working with computer aided drafting system (CAD) and MicroStation is preferred.
  • Work with utilities and ISP's preferred.
  • Demonstrated writing and communication skills through past client and team interaction.
  • Ability to learn and develop under leadership from our Telecom Operations Director.

Benefits*:TRC offers a competitive benefit package consisting of:

  • Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
  • 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
  • Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
  • All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
  • TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.

*These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.

Compensation: In accordance with local law, the below salary range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition. Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.

Other Compensation:Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company's annual Discretionary Bonus Program which is contingent on Company, Business Segment, and Individual performance against Key Performance Indicators which vary by year and employee.


Salary Range

USD $70,000.00 - USD $150,000.00 /Yr.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

 

Salary : $70,000 - $150,000

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