ITS Communications/Telecommunications Engineer

Role Overview

Parsons is seeking a Telecom Engineer to join our team on complex infrastructure construction supervision programs. The role involves supervising construction of telecommunications systems, ensuring end-to-end delivery from design to handover to the client.

What You Will Do

Support and supervise telecommunications design input, installation, testing, and system integration across major infrastructure projects. Conduct routine site inspections, witness testing, and manage punch lists.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role requires strong knowledge of fiber optic networks, DWDM, SDH, IP/MPLS, and experience with structured cabling, data, voice, and video networks. Proficiency in CAD and network documentation tools is also required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Telecommunications, Electrical, Electronics & Communications, Computer Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 7 years of telecom engineering experience on infrastructure projects
• Strong knowledge of fiber optic networks (OSP/ISP), DWDM, SDH, IP/MPLS
• Experience with structured cabling, data, voice, and video networks
• Proficiency in fiber routing, splicing, and OTDR analysis
• Knowledge of active network equipment (routers, switches, firewalls)
• Understanding of telecom power systems and grounding
• Familiarity with local authority standards and approval processes
• Knowledge of network architecture and cybersecurity fundamentals
• Ability to interpret civil, electrical, and telecom drawings
• Proficiency with CAD and network documentation tools
• Knowledge of IP networking, VLANs, QoS, SNMP, and cabling standards
• Strong coordination, communication, and documentation skills
• Familiarity with Linux and Windows environments
• CCNA, CCIE, RCDD, CompTIA+ or equivalent certification is highly desirable

Benefits

• Endless growth opportunities
• Wellbeing and employee care