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Eversource Energy · 7 hours ago

Lead Telecommunications Engineer - Fiber Optic and Microwave (Hybrid)

Westwood, MA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$141K/yr - $157K/yr

8+ years exp

Eversource Energy is a company focused on providing communication infrastructure and services. They are seeking a Lead Telecommunications Engineer to manage the telecommunications team and oversee the design and execution of fiber optic and microwave network projects.

DeliveryElectrical DistributionEnergyEnergy EfficiencyNatural ResourcesOil and GasRenewable EnergyStaffing Agency

No H1B

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

Familiar with all issued designs such that he/she can answer questions and/or address issues when the design engineer is not available

Plan and develop network communications systems related to Eversource backbone network infrastructure (Transport/Backhaul network) which includes Fiber Optic builds, Fiber Optic splicing, Transport Paths, Fiber rings, Multiplexers, Fiber utilization, RTU Replacements and Microwave planning

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

Qualification

Fiber Optic NetworksMicrowave SystemsTelecommunications DesignNetwork EngineeringTelecom Systems KnowledgeMPLSDWDMAutoCAD ProficiencyProject ManagementInterpersonal SkillsTeam LeadershipCommunication SkillsInitiative

Required

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Telecommunications/Network Engineering, or associated disciplines from an accredited engineering school

Minimum of 8 to 10 years of relevant experience working with fiber Transport/Backhaul network

Experience in leading and managing telecommunications teams

Thorough knowledge of both telecom theory and application in the electric utility industry

Valid driver's license required with acceptable driving record that meets Safe Driver Policies

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