Lead Telecommunications Engineer, Fiber Optic and Microwave (Hybrid Schedule)

Eversource Energy • Manchester, NH

114d • $141,440 - $157,150

About The Position

The Telecommunications Team Leader is responsible for the Fiber Optic and Microwave network design, engineering, and execution of projects that provide communication infrastructure and services to the company. Team Lead is responsible for managing the telecommunications team and ensure a smooth operation in designing and installing telecommunications projects. The Team Leader is responsible for assisting the Telecommunications team and is responsible for generating and reviewing detailed engineering designs and documentations for the fiber and Microwave installation, configuration, and commissioning of equipment.

Requirements

• Experience with telecom systems and requirements including, private radio, private microwave, private fiber optic networks/systems, teleprotection systems, power line carrier or commercial wired & wireless communications services
• Experience in OPGW and ADSS design considerations and code requirements in and around electric power space as well as associated installation materials and hardware
• Working knowledge of SONET and TDM systems as well as MPLS, DWDM and Ethernet technologies
• Experience in some or all of the following communications technologies: Computer network routing and switching
• Specifying fiber optic equipment required for specific applications, e.g., S-Mode OPGW, ADSS, OM-3 Duct cables, Multiplexers, Patch panels etc.
• Familiarity with Protection and Control schemes
• Working knowledge of microwave systems implementation including FCC/FAA filings
• Experience with Construction drawings and As-Built documents
• Good working knowledge of industry standards, safety standards, and existing electrical design codes including but not limited to: electric utility practices, substation materials and equipment
• Demonstrate a high level of personal initiative and ability to interact with company personnel, contractors, and others in a positive, team building manner
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, oral, and written communication skills
• Ability to physically navigate in and around an electrical substation
• Be able to initiate and lead projects with minimal supervision

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineering License desirable
• Master's degree desirable

Responsibilities

• Lead the telecommunications team by managing their day-to-day work and achieve targets
• Long-term planning (5-10 yrs.) to support life cycle replacements of CORE Transport and MPLS CORE communication network infrastructure
• Short term planning for emergent projects, fiber expansion, new fiber routes, diversified fiber routes, Microwave and network reliability and enhancement
• Work with the Telecommunications Manager on the Telecom Strategy and growth
• Be a mentor for co-op students, rotational engineers, new hires, and existing staff
• Be familiar with Eversource and industry communication design philosophy and guidelines
• Participate in weekly project scheduling meetings to represent Telecommunications Engineering and provide feedback to the team on project status and design due dates
• Review project documentation and develop telecommunications scope of work
• Create network design and Bill of Materials (BOM), provide the 'Issued For Construction' (IFC) design package and review As-Built documents after project completion
• Review and approve communication designs with telecommunications team members
• Be able to prepare conceptual designs and cost estimates for future projects
• Be a point of contact for external engineering groups soliciting communication engineering support or questions
• Plan and develop network communications systems related to Eversource backbone network infrastructure (Transport/Backhaul network)
• Develop and own telecom engineering projects and lead them from start to completion
• Work with Project Management to create business documentation for new projects
• Configure OTN and IP network equipment, Multiplexers, Frame relay devices and keep track of regulatory & compliance requirements
• Participate in site walks with other teams to determine scope of telecom work
• Coordinate with equipment vendors to finalize product design application, solicit quotes and then place equipment orders
• Create high level diagrams in MS VISIO for overall project scope
• Create fiber projects and perform As-Built updates in the GIS tool (OSPInsight)
• Create and Review detailed Substation diagrams (Wiring Diagrams, Cable Schedules) in AutoCAD
• Engineering Design and Review/Approval for all telecom projects and technical oversight of engineering work being completed by vendors
• Thorough coordination with Field Operations for equipment installation, troubleshooting, testing, and commissioning as applicable

Benefits

• Competitive total rewards program
• Potential incentive
• Salary is commensurate with your experience

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Utilities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree