in Faulkner County, AR
Job Description
As a Licensed Senior Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Electrical Engineering, you will lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of telecommunications infrastructure, ensuring high-performance network solutions for our clients. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative engineering strategies that align with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
This position offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional engineer to make a significant impact in telecommunications engineering while driving improvements in network infrastructure, electrical systems, and pole load analysis while ensuring the highest levels of safety and efficiency in telecommunications engineering.
Responsibilities:
Telecommunications & Network Engineering:
- Lead the design, development, and implementation of telecommunications systems (wireless, fiber optics, satellite, broadband, and network infrastructure).
- Analyze and optimize electrical and network systems to ensure efficiency, reliability, and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Conduct site surveys, feasibility studies, and risk assessments to develop engineering reports, project plans, and system specifications.
- Perform pole load analysis to evaluate structural integrity and ensure compliance with NESC and industry safety standards.
- Troubleshoot network performance issues, providing recommendations for system enhancements and efficiency improvements.
Regulatory Compliance & Standards:
- Ensure all telecommunications and network systems adhere to industry standards, including NEC, NESC, NFPA, ANSI/TIA, IEEE, FCC, and BICSI.
- Stay informed on emerging regulations and implement necessary updates to maintain compliance.
- Provide technical leadership on permitting, licensing, and regulatory reporting related to telecommunications infrastructure.
Project Management & Leadership:
- Oversee multiple projects, managing timelines, budgets, and resource allocation while ensuring quality standards are met.
- Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and field engineers to ensure seamless execution of projects.
- Provide technical mentorship to junior engineers and support staff, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
Pole Load Analysis & Structural Assessments:
- Conduct pole loading analysis and wind load calculations to assess the structural capacity of existing and proposed poles.
- Ensure compliance with pole attachment regulations, safety codes, and industry best practices.
- Utilize engineering tools such as O-Calc Pro, SPIDAcalc, or PLS-CADD for accurate pole loading assessments.
- Collaborate with field teams to verify pole conditions, span lengths, and attachment designs.
Technical Documentation & Training:
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, engineering drawings, and best-practice guidelines.
- Conduct training sessions for engineers and technicians on telecommunications systems, electrical network design, and troubleshooting methodologies.
- Present engineering solutions and recommendations to clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field and a Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Arkansas.
- 5-7 years of experience in telecommunications engineering.
- Proficiency in engineering software and design tools such as AutoCAD, MATLAB, ETAP, and OCalc Pro.
- In-depth knowledge of telecom infrastructure, network engineering, and electrical systems.
- Experience designing and implementing fiber optic, wireless, and broadband networks.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree in electrical engineering, telecommunications, or network engineering.
- Experience with RF engineering, 5G network design, and next-generation broadband infrastructure.
- Professional certifications such as BICSI RCDD, Cisco CCNA/CCNP, or PMP.
- Experience working with utility providers and public-sector telecom projects.
- Expertise in pole load analysis, wind calculations, and aerial telecom infrastructure design.
- Proficiency in SPIDAcalc or PLS-CADD for structural load assessment.
- 401(k) with 3% Dollar-for-Dollar Company Match; with an Additional 50% Match on the Next 2%
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 8 Company Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off Accrual
