Telecom Engineer

TEKsystems•Honolulu, HI

3d•$101,000 - $127,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Telecom Engineer supports the design, implementation, maintenance, and management of telecommunications infrastructure and systems. The role applies established engineering principles to develop technical solutions, support capital projects, conduct engineering studies, and ensure compliance with applicable industry standards and regulations. The position combines engineering design, project execution, technical analysis, contractor and consultant coordination, procurement support, and field inspections. Responsibilities include preparing engineering plans, layouts, calculations, specifications, and construction documentation; managing telecommunications infrastructure and capital improvement projects; conducting studies and preparing technical reports; developing RFPs and reviewing vendor proposals and engineering deliverables; preparing equipment specifications and procurement recommendations; supporting schedules, budgets, and financial tracking; and conducting site visits, inspections, commissioning, and implementation support. The role may also participate in emergency response and restoration activities. This is a permanent, fully onsite position based in Honolulu, Hawaii. The role is identified as Engineer I to Engineer II (intermediate level). The stated annual pay range is $101,000–$127,000, with individual compensation dependent on qualifications and other job-related factors. Eligible benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage; a 401(k) retirement plan; life insurance; short- and long-term disability; a health spending account; transportation benefits; an employee assistance program; and paid time off, vacation, or sick leave.

Requirements

Telecommunications engineering knowledge.
Telecom systems design skills.
Knowledge of telecommunications infrastructure.
Project engineering skills.
Project management skills.
Knowledge of telecommunications installation and implementation.
Ability to conduct engineering studies and technical analysis.
Ability to coordinate vendors and contractors.
Technical documentation and reporting skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
Experience supporting telecommunications, utility, infrastructure, or large-scale network environments.
Knowledge of fiber optic systems, microwave communications, wireless networks, SCADA communications, or enterprise telecommunications infrastructure.
Experience developing project schedules, budgets, and capital expenditure estimates.
Familiarity with industry standards, telecommunications codes, and engineering best practices.
Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Prepare engineering plans, layouts, design calculations, specifications, and construction documentation.
Develop telecommunications system designs in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
Evaluate and implement improvements to equipment, materials, products, and engineering processes.
Apply standard engineering practices to support operational and infrastructure objectives.
Manage and support telecommunications infrastructure and capital improvement projects from planning through completion.
Coordinate with internal stakeholders, contractors, consultants, and project teams to support successful project execution.
Monitor project schedules, budgets, deliverables, and milestones.
Conduct engineering studies and technical evaluations.
Prepare technical reports, recommendations, and project documentation.
Review engineering reports and studies prepared by others and provide feedback.
Develop Requests for Proposal (RFPs) for engineering and technical services.
Evaluate proposals and provide recommendations for vendor selection.
Oversee consultant and contractor design activities and review engineering deliverables for quality and compliance.
Develop material and equipment specifications for telecommunications projects.
Evaluate vendor proposals and provide procurement recommendations.
Support equipment selection and purchasing decisions based on technical requirements and project objectives.
Develop work breakdown structures, project schedules, and cost estimates.
Assist with capital budget planning and forecasting.
Support project tracking and financial reporting.
Conduct site visits and field inspections to verify conditions and compliance with project specifications.
Document inspection findings and recommend corrective actions when necessary.
Support commissioning, installation, and implementation activities as required.
Participate in emergency response and restoration activities when needed.
Provide technical expertise and support for telecommunications infrastructure initiatives.