IT Telecom Analyst

Duke Energy•Vista, FL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Duke Energy’s Telecom Department is seeking a Power/RF Engineer & Implementation Coordinator to support telecommunications power infrastructure, RF system design, implementation coordination, and field execution. This role requires hands-on experience with DC/AC power systems, licensed and unlicensed radio systems, RF link planning, detailed work package development, vendor oversight, employee coordination, change management, purchasing request support, and implementation oversight from planning through completion.

Requirements

Associates degree
Minimum 2 years related work experience
In lieu of Associates degree(s) AND 2 year(s) related work experience listed above, High School/GED AND 5 year(s) related work experience
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to multiple site locations

Nice To Haves

Previous Duke Energy experience
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Visio
Experience creating detailed job packages and technician work instructions
Knowledge of 130VDC, 48VDC, 120VAC, and 220VAC power systems
Hands-on experience with telecom DC power plants, such as Eltek, Vertiv, or similar systems
Knowledge of DC battery backup systems in telecom environments
Knowledge of inverter systems and operation
Knowledge of rectifiers and AC-to-DC conversion
Familiarity with Battery Monitoring Systems and integration
Experience with AC panels, breakers, and distribution systems
Experience with RF link planning, path analysis, and licensed and unlicensed radio design
Experience with Cambium broadband wireless platforms, including PTP 450, PTP 670/700, PMP 450, ePMP, and cnMaestro
Experience with Nokia 9500 MPR microwave transport platforms, formerly Alcatel-Lucent 9500 MPR
Experience coordinating internal teams, vendors, field crews, and project stakeholders as an Implementation Coordinator
Ability to track implementation schedules, manage coordination issues, and communicate project status and risks
Knowledge of change management and purchasing request workflows
Experience using JIRA to track tasks, project status, risks, and implementation activities
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field
Experience in the utility or telecommunications industry
Knowledge of NEC, NESC, and telecommunications industry standards
Experience coordinating telecom implementation work in utility, field operations, or network delivery environments

Responsibilities

Create step-by-step job packages and installation procedures for field technicians
Conduct site visits to assess power needs and troubleshoot issues
Design telecom power solutions, including DC plants, inverters, and battery backup systems
Develop RF link plans for licensed and unlicensed radio deployments
Design and support Cambium broadband wireless platforms, including PTP, PMP, ePMP, cnMaestro, antenna alignment, spectrum planning, and interference mitigation
Design and support Nokia 9500 MPR microwave transport platforms, formerly Alcatel-Lucent 9500 MPR, including radio configuration, licensed links, path planning, and channel planning
Serve as Implementation Coordinator for telecom projects, aligning vendors, employees, field readiness, schedules, and execution milestones
Track implementation progress, resolve coordination issues, and communicate status, risks, and next steps to stakeholders
Support change management and purchasing requests for telecom projects
Support power equipment installation and commissioning at telecom sites
Create technical documentation, diagrams, and schematics
Evaluate AC panels, breakers, and power distribution systems