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Job Title: Telecommunications Engineer

Job Description

Join a dynamic team focused on upgrading telecommunications infrastructure from Sonet equipment to MPLS Packet Ethernet communications. This role involves replacing 1000 routers with 1000 drawings, requiring significant planning and architecture. The position overlaps with fiber engineering and involves cutting-edge technologies such as wireless point-to-point or multipoint microwave systems. The role also includes helping to select, implement, and install a private PLTE network.

Responsibilities

+ Upgrade and replace telecommunications equipment from Sonet to MPLS Packet Ethernet.

+ Plan and design network architecture, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems.

+ Collaborate with the team to select new vendors for communications.

+ Design network grids for system implementation and data path creation.

+ Contribute to the automation of grid systems, including relaying and protection applications.

Essential Skills

+ Proficiency in telecommunication engineering, design, and electrical engineering.

+ Experience with Bluebeam for PDF editing, Outlook, and Excel.

+ Ability to handle design projects and install components.

+ Direct and relevant experience in the power industry.

+ 3-5 years of experience in fiber to home/telecom/distribution sectors.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Degree in Electrical Engineering.

+ Local to Chattanooga, TN.

+ Ability to train and adapt to new methods while breaking old habits.

+ Familiarity with telecommunications, AutoCAD, and fiber engineering.

Work Environment

This role is based in Chattanooga, TN, working in-office with a team of five professionals. The work involves collaboration with major clients, such as Southern Company, First Energy, and others, focusing on SCADA systems, distributed antenna systems, and private data centers. The team aims to grow strategically in response to increasing workload. The office environment is collaborative and supportive, with opportunities to work on impactful projects and recognition for achievements.

Location

Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.86 - $50.48/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chattanooga,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 6, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.