Telecommunications Engineer

Division: Telecom Network Planning – Engineering

Location: Edmonton, AB

Position Summary:

Always there. Anywhere. That’s us! We are committed to delivering inspired solutions for a better world. We care about our communities, we care about each other, and we care about showing up for those who need us. We never break a promise and we have the courage to do the right thing, even when it’s hard. We take pride in holding ourselves to the highest standard of integrity and excellence in all that we do.

Reporting to the Supervising Engineer, Telecommunications Planning & Engineering, this position will be primarily responsible for detailed design, materials procurement, equipment prefabrication and testing, documentation and construction/commissioning support associated with various projects involving expansion or upgrading of the major systems underlying ATCO Electric’s private telecommunications network. Experience in mobile voice communications (P25), VoIP as well in WAN/LAN design in a utility environment an asset. Experience in MPLS, specifically related to NOKIA IP-MPLS technology, is a priority for this role.

Responsibilities:

Projects: For systems projects in the detailed design and field construction/commissioning phases:

• Review and validate previously identified project requirements and proposed scope.
• Prepare Bill of Materials and initiate procurement.
• Prepare and issue construction drawings for equipment pre-fabrication.
• Perform post-prefabrication equipment testing and pre-commissioning.
• Prepare construction drawings for field installation and commissioning.
• Provide technical support to field construction and commissioning personnel.
• Provide ongoing technical support for systems in operation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Computer Engineering.
• Eligible for P.Eng. registration with APEGA.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, some of which may be in a non-telecom, electric utility environment.
• Knowledge and experience in IP networking is required, and experience with MPLS is desired.
• Experience and expertise with network modeling as well as managing large data sets using databases, scripting, and data management applications would be an asset.
• Strong English language written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work cooperatively and contribute to a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills including ability to self-schedule activities for multiple concurrent projects.

What We Offer:

• A culture based on caring, integrity, agility, collaboration, and striving for excellence
• Competitive compensation
• Flex benefits
• Tuition assistance program
• Training and mentorship programs
• Charitable donation matching

We would like to thank everyone for their application; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

ATCO Electric is part of ATCO Ltd. With approximately 6,000 employees and assets of $23 billion, ATCO is a diversified global holding corporation with investments in Structures & Logistics (workforce housing, innovative modular facilities, construction, site support services, and logistics and operations management), Energy Infrastructure (electricity generation, transmission and distribution; natural gas transmission, distribution and infrastructure development; energy storage and industrial water solutions; and electricity and natural gas retail sales), Transportation (ports and transportation logistics) and Commercial Real Estate. More information can be found at www.ATCO.com. ATCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Issued: February 2, 2023

Expiry: February 16, 2023

This position is administered under the supervisory/professional salary administration guidelines.