LJC · 1 day ago
Senior Telecom Engineer - Mission Critical
St Louis, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expLJC Design & Engineering is a full-service architecture, engineering, and design firm committed to enhancing the quality of the human experience through integrated design. They are seeking a Senior Telecom Engineer – Mission Critical to lead the design, implementation, and integration of telecommunications systems for data centers and other mission-critical facilities.
ArchitectureInterior Design
Hiring Manager
Laura Feldmaier
Responsibilities
Design and develop structured cabling systems (fiber and copper) for mission-critical environments, ensuring scalability and redundancy
Specify and implement network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems to support high-bandwidth, low-latency operations
Develop and oversee installation of telecom and network systems in compliance with industry standards such as TIA/EIA, BICSI, and NEC
Integrate wireless communication systems, DAS (Distributed Antenna Systems), and VoIP solutions within mission-critical environments
Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and IT teams to ensure seamless integration of telecom systems with facility operations
Work with vendors and contractors to oversee telecom system deployment, commissioning, and testing
Develop redundancy strategies and disaster recovery plans for telecom infrastructure to maximize uptime and reliability
Perform network performance analysis, cybersecurity assessments, and capacity planning for telecom systems
Ensure compliance with industry regulations, security protocols, and data center best practices
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to knowledge-sharing and best practice development within the organization
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Engineering, or a related field
10+ years of experience in telecommunications engineering, with at least 5 years in mission-critical environments (data centers, industrial facilities, etc.)
Strong knowledge of structured cabling standards (TIA-942, ANSI/TIA-568, BICSI), fiber optic networks, and low-voltage systems
Experience with data center network design, VoIP, DAS, and wireless communication systems
Proficiency in network architecture, VLANs, IP addressing, and cybersecurity best practices
Familiarity with NFPA, NEC, IEEE, and industry standards related to telecom infrastructure
Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills
Willingness to travel to project sites for design coordination, testing, and commissioning
Preferred
Experience working in a design-build or integrated project delivery (IPD) environment is a plus
Benefits
Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!
Company
LJC
LJC Design & Engineering is a full-service architecture, engineering, and design firm committed to enhancing the quality of the human experience through integrated design.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2018-10-24Acquired
Leadership Team
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Lamar Johnson
President and CEO
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