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Assistant Telecommunications Engineer, Electrical or Computer Engineer - Transmission and Distribution - Network, Integration, & Automation (Morristown)

Burns & McDonnellMorristown, NJ🇺🇸United StatesPosted 13 Aug 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Elevate your career in telecommunications engineering with a hybrid role offering a competitive salary and the chance to work on cutting-edge utility projects in network integration and automation. You'll thrive here if you're a driven electrical or computer engineer eager to develop advanced skills in areas like SCADA, wireless networks, and cybersecurity within a reputable firm known for its collaborative team culture. Embrace this exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful projects and grow your expertise.

Quick Overview

Salary
$90k - $135k/yr
Work Type
Hybrid
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Description

The Assistant Telecommunications Engineer will assist on a variety of complex utility projects, including supervisory control and data acquisition, distribution automation, cyber security, microwave radio, wireless networks, fiber optics, and smart grid.
  • Assist in designing telecommunications networks utilizing client standards or developing new standards.
  • Assist with project deliverables such as: bill of materials, specifications, yard layouts, equipment plans, sections and details, wiring diagrams, control building arrangements, DC calculations, cable lists, SCADA points lists, device configuration files, network architecture diagrams, channel plans, RF path studies, and cutover plans.
  • Assist in execution of complex assignments requiring the use of advanced tools and techniques, resulting in the development of new or improved processes, equipment and/or technological methods.
  • Identify, communicate and assist in resolving issues on projects as needed.
  • Adhere to established project schedule to meet deadlines.
  • Work closely with the project team to ensure deliverables and services are being provided to client's satisfaction and that projects are following internal QA/QC guidelines.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor Degree in electrical, computer or other related engineering discipline from an ABET accredited program required.
  • Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical and problem solving skills.
  • Must be capable of applying intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to broad areas of assignments.
  • Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered.
  • Required for Assistant Jobs:
  • Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
  • Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.
  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.
  • Engineers in Training (EIT) Certification preferred.

Compensation

$90,000.00-135,000.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.

This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Telecommunications

Primary Location US-NJ-Morristown

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 262449

Job Hire Type New Grad #LI-AM #T&D *IND-DNP*

Skills

Fiber

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