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Telecommunications Engineer I, II, III, or IV

York, NE, US, 68467-0608

Telecommunications Engineer I, II, III, or IV

Salary Range

**Telecommunications Engineer I - Exempt Pay Grade** - 12 Monthly - $6,288.00 - $7,860.00

**Telecommunications Engineer II - Exempt Pay Grade** - 13 Monthly - $7,053.00 - $8,816.00

**Telecommunications Engineer III - Exempt Pay Grade** - 14 Monthly - $7,979.00 - $10,173.00

**Telecommunications Engineer IV - Exempt Pay Grade** - 15 Monthly - $9,155.00 - $11,673.00

**Location -** York, NE; York Operations Center

**Employment Type:** Full-time

**Posting Date:** 11/5/2025

**Closing Date:** 11/19/2025

• **Nebraska Public Power District is hiring** ! Join our team as a Telecommunications Engineer I, II, III, or IV and become an important part of our NPPD story.  We are proud of our history, powering every corner of Nebraska, every day, for half a century.  We recognize that it takes a diverse group of individuals to move forward in the rapidly changing energy industry, and now is the time to power our own transformation.  Come with us on our journey, walking alongside teammates and our customers, leading the way in providing safe, reliable, sustainable energy for all Nebraskans, all while protecting our environment, powering our lives, and realizing our dreams. That’s NPPD…the Power of People.

Get to know us more here (https://www.nppd.com/about-us/our-values) .

Position Summary

Incumbent coordinates and performs Telecommunications engineering evaluations, functional analysis, compatibility analysis, design, security, testing, deployment, planning, and project coordination for existing and new Telecommunications and IT products. The position provides engineering technical support, project engineering and development, strategic planning, engineering analysis, maintenance and operational support, and engineering design. Areas of engineering focus are:

+ Design, configure, maintain, upgrade, and troubleshoot network routers/switches and other network components to support day-to-day operations (Cisco preferred)

+ Comprehensive understanding of layer 3 routing protocols, including OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP

+ Expertise in configuring LAN and WAN networks to ensure optimal performance and security

+ Ability to coordinate with business units and stakeholders to install/configure equipment on site

+ Strong communication and documentation skills to effectively communicate technical issues to team members and stakeholders.

+ Adhere to business and industry standards (NERC CIP / FERC / NIST)

+ Assist in developing business unit strategy and future planning

+ Create and develop project scopes and project estimates

+ Create and maintain system documentation (Topology Diagrams, Design Docs, Technical Procedures)

Education, Training and Experience

**Telecom Engineer I:** Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, or related field (OR) an Associate’s Degree in Electronics, Information Technology, or related field and 3 years ofhands on experience with telecommunications equipment or configuration associated with radio frequency technology, fiber optic management, microwave configuration and setup, data networking equipment or systems, or any associated telecommunications equipment, platform, or systems is required. Ability to communicate with technical and non-technical staff and customers in a positive manner.

**Telecom Engineer II:** Bachelor’s degree as listed above and 2 years’ experience (OR) an Associate’s Degree as listed above and 5 years of experience is required. Increased level of technical competency in a minimum of one discipline listed as demonstrated by position history. Project management of small size projects are researched, outlined, planned, coordinated, and implemented at this level of Engineer, which is based on Enterprise Technology project portfolio management criteria. Demonstrated ability to perform research and evaluate the ongoing changes in technology and continued evaluation of best practices in support of telecommunication services.

**Telecom Engineer III:** Bachelor’s degree as listed above and 4 years’ experience (OR) an Associate’s Degree as listed above and 7 years of experience is required. Subject matter expert level competency in one discipline listed as demonstrated by position history and knowledgeable of another discipline. Project management of medium size projects are researched, outlined, planned, coordinated, and implemented at this level of Engineer.

**Telecom Engineer IV:** Bachelor’s degree as listed above and 6 years’ experience (OR) an Associate’s Degree as listed above and 9 years of experience is required. Subject matter expert level competency in two disciplines listed as demonstrated by position history. Project management of large size projects are researched, outlined, planned, coordinated, and implemented at this level of Engineer.

**The first four levels of Telecommunications Engineer are considered a career path and is approved by the appropriate manager. NPPD telecommunications engineering positions are managed under the NPPD Telecommunications Engineering Career Path document.

Licenses and/or Certifications

Professional Engineer, Telecommunication vendor certifications such as but not limited to Cisco CCNA/CCNP/CCIE (or equivalent), or other certification as defined by the engineering discipline is desired. May be required to obtain unescorted NERC or CNS facility access based on position responsibilities.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The required Essential Duties & Responsibilities below are a summary of the core concepts and tasks performed by all levels of the Telecommunications Engineering Team. Requirements specific to each level are outlined in the Telecommuncications Engineering Career Path (OG-ET-ST-040), and increase in complexity as teammates gain knowledge and demonstrate expertise in their assigned role.

**Engineering Studies** - Activities and associated skills which are required to analyze the technical and economic feasibility of new construction projects, modifications to existing systems or equipment, or changes in operation or maintenance of existing systems or equipment. Typical tasks may include: A detailed and specific understanding of the electric utility industry, obtain field data, investigate new technology, review regulatory requirements, review design standards and codes, develop conceptual design, detailed understanding of economic/ accounting principles, determine economic feasibility, determine technical feasibility, develop scheduling, generate specific/detailed technical reports, present reports.

**Modification & New Design or Construction Projects** – Activities & associated skills which are required to design & implement new construction projects, as well as system-wide designs, that would impact new or existing systems. Typical tasks may include: Independent completion of engineering projects, utilizing appropriate software, ensuring compliance with standards & regulations, deploying new technologies, overseeing field installation, coordinating work between departments, assisting with contract preparation, material coordination, project inspection, ongoing support, updating documentation, & providing peer training to O&M crews.

**Operations and Maintenance Support** - Activities and associated skills which are required to provide technical support to the operation and maintenance of existing equipment or systems. Typical tasks may include: Analyze problems (Root Cause Analysis), perform equipment condition assessments, perform system assessments, establish guidelines for system administration, provide outage support, provide subject matter expertise, develop operating procedures, conduct performance testing, interpret, and analyze results.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities (Continued)

**Customer Relations** - Activities and associated skills which are required to support the customers' business needs. Typical tasks may include: Understand the customers' needs, provide project status, maintain effective customer contact, coordinate and communication outage & maintenance activities, communicate service options available from individual support to department and NPPD offerings. This position will exhibit high-level communication and customer service skills.

**Consulting** - Activities and associated skills which are required to provide technical direction or input to others. Typical tasks may include: Create Requests for Proposals (RFPs), provide direction to teammates through work packages, provide technical leadership within specific areas of expertise, develop or review technical feasibility of proposed solutions.

_Accountable for other duties as assigned._

Core Competencies

Customer Focus

Employees & Teamwork/Diversity & Inclusion

Integrity/Excellence

Public Service/Environmental Stewardship

Safety

**Salary Information** _-_ Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary range listed below, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range. Successful applicants will be provided more information regarding the incentive program at the time of an interview.

**Telecommunications Engineer I** **- Exempt Pay Grade -** 12 Monthly - $6,288.00 - $7,860.00

**Telecommunications Engineer II** **- Exempt Pay Grade -** 13 Monthly - $7,053.00 - $8,816.00

**Telecommunications Engineer III - Exempt Pay Grade -** 14 Monthly - $7,979.00 - $10,173.00

**Telecommunications Engineer IV - Exempt Pay Grade** - 15 Monthly - $9,155.00 - $11,673.00

**Travel Required:** Up to 25% (With no or minimal overnight stays, less than 3 per month, typically within state of Nebraska) _Travel required may fluctuate by business need. This is an estimate and will be discussed further with candidates that receive an interview._

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid medical, training opportunities and more.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District.

_Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer_

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who values the contributions of its diverse work force. We are only legally able to hire persons who are 1) a United States citizen or national, 2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States, or 3) an alien legally authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

Customers around the state know what to expect from NPPD — quality, reliability and performance excellence. Our values also extend to the way we take care of our employees and their families. We remain on the leading edge by providing competitive benefits that respond to the diverse lifestyles of our people in an ever-changing world.

Salary

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary listed in posting, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range.

Retirement Savings

NPPD employees may participate in two retirement plan options – a 401(k) plan and a 457(b) plan. Both plans allow for pre-tax or Roth contributions. After the first six months of employment, the 401(k) plan includes a generous matching contribution from NPPD. The five-year vesting period begins on an employee’s hire date. Our retired employees are eligible for retiree healthcare benefits as well as a life benefit paid out to designated beneficiaries upon their passing.

Health & Wellness

At NPPD, we care about the health and wellness of our employees. We offer new teammates two competitive hospital / medical plan options to fit their lifestyle and family needs. We also make an annual contribution to employee Health Savings Accounts, which can be used to offset out-of-pocket expenses. Employees and their spouse are invited to participate in a variety of wellness initiatives offered throughout the year as a way to enhance their wellness, reduce health risks and promote healthy lifestyles.

Other Benefits

Employees earn vacation on a schedule commensurate with their years of service. We also offer paid holidays as well as personal and family medical leave, including birth mother recovery leave and parental child bonding leave. All full-time employees receive a life insurance policy equivalent to two times the participant's annual salary at no cost to the employee. NPPD also offers dental and vision insurance as well as personal accident, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, pre-paid legal/identity theft, and short-and long-term disability insurance plans. Additional benefits include college tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and complimentary access to an Employee Assistance Program.