Eversource
Telecommunications Engineer
Eversource, Berlin, Connecticut, United States,
Telecommunications EngineerLocation: Berlin, CT
Time Type: Full time
Posted: 30+ Days Ago
Job Requisition ID: R-024772
Role and Scope of Position:Acts as mid-level engineer, responsible for handling assignments requiring expertise and experience associated with planning and performing installation and maintenance of telecommunication systems in support of Eversource business operations. Provides support directly or in collaboration with technical services personnel and engineering in performing maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and installation of active telecommunications infrastructure to meet enterprise business requirements. Supports technicians in the evaluation of repairs related to transport technology to maintain the integrity of the network environment. Represents department in various projects to continually improve/upgrade the Telecommunications network infrastructure.
Eversource’s communications systems are composed of fiber optics, microwave and copper wide area transport technologies including OTN, MPLS, Frame Relay and SONET multiplexers, Ethernet/IP switches and routers, T1/serial communications, digital microwave, phone systems, satellite phone communications systems supporting emergency response tactical trailers and Mobile Response Center (MRC) vehicles.
Essential Functions:
Supports the installation and maintenance of telecommunications devices including the ability to identify, provision, remove and modify data circuits.
Evaluates preventative maintenance, inspection, installations, replacement, modification, and removal of devices performed by technicians.
Capability to troubleshoot, diagnose, identify, and provide guidance in the replacement of failed transport devices with wiring and configuration settings updates required.
Ability to analyze, troubleshoot and maintain copper analog and digital communication paths (Eversource or third party).
Ability to analyze, troubleshoot and maintain licensed and unlicensed microwave communication paths.
Ability to analyze, troubleshoot and maintain optical communication paths.
Perform technical calculations for test applications.
Supports telecom specific server applications and manages interactions with IT for support of server infrastructure.
Interacts and supports internal and external customers including IT, Engineering, System Operations, Field Operations, Station Operations, Control Centers, Dispatch, Emergency Preparedness, external agencies, regulatory bodies, and other utilities.
Strong understanding of OSI seven-layer model including the interactions of transport at various layers.
Capable of implementing and troubleshooting advanced layer 1 and layer 2 transport systems.
Requests, reviews and tests firewall policies related to Telecom systems.
Uses protocol analyzers such as Wireshark to inspect traffic flow and evaluate network performance data.
Performs network management system configuration updates in support of the commissioning and decommissioning of Telecom equipment.
Creates system installation and troubleshooting technical procedures, plans, scripts for technician use.
Reviews and provides recommendations related to the installation of power and wiring for communication devices.
Manages telecom emergency spare inventory.
Creates specifications and requests quotes for telecommunications related material and services.
Provides recommendations related to tools for installation and maintenance of communication systems.
Identifies potential improvements to communication systems to improve reliability, effectiveness, and efficiency.
Leads the preparation, markup and review of engineering drawings, schematics, wiring, logic, and interconnection diagrams relating to telecom work.
Coordinates and reviews the performance of third-party and outside vendors.
Compensation and Benefits:
Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. The annual salary range for this position is $94,730 to $105,250, plus incentive. Salary is commensurate with your experience.
Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:Technical Knowledge/Skill:
Use and application of technical standards, principles, theories, concepts and techniques.
Operational knowledge of communications equipment and their uses and interactions.
Knowledge of Federal and State regulatory criteria and industry standards pertaining to telecommunications systems.
Knowledgeable of current Telecommunications issues, practices, technology and related developments.
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
Experience:
At least three years related experience.
Licenses & Certifications:
Valid United States driver’s license; CDL Class A preferred.
Working Conditions:
Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
Must be available for on-call.
Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
Please submit a resume with your application.
Worker Type:
Regular
Number of Openings:
1
EEO StatementEversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.
Emergency Response:Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.
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Time Type: Full time
Posted: 30+ Days Ago
Job Requisition ID: R-024772
Role and Scope of Position:Acts as mid-level engineer, responsible for handling assignments requiring expertise and experience associated with planning and performing installation and maintenance of telecommunication systems in support of Eversource business operations. Provides support directly or in collaboration with technical services personnel and engineering in performing maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and installation of active telecommunications infrastructure to meet enterprise business requirements. Supports technicians in the evaluation of repairs related to transport technology to maintain the integrity of the network environment. Represents department in various projects to continually improve/upgrade the Telecommunications network infrastructure.
Eversource’s communications systems are composed of fiber optics, microwave and copper wide area transport technologies including OTN, MPLS, Frame Relay and SONET multiplexers, Ethernet/IP switches and routers, T1/serial communications, digital microwave, phone systems, satellite phone communications systems supporting emergency response tactical trailers and Mobile Response Center (MRC) vehicles.
Essential Functions:
Supports the installation and maintenance of telecommunications devices including the ability to identify, provision, remove and modify data circuits.
Evaluates preventative maintenance, inspection, installations, replacement, modification, and removal of devices performed by technicians.
Capability to troubleshoot, diagnose, identify, and provide guidance in the replacement of failed transport devices with wiring and configuration settings updates required.
Ability to analyze, troubleshoot and maintain copper analog and digital communication paths (Eversource or third party).
Ability to analyze, troubleshoot and maintain licensed and unlicensed microwave communication paths.
Ability to analyze, troubleshoot and maintain optical communication paths.
Perform technical calculations for test applications.
Supports telecom specific server applications and manages interactions with IT for support of server infrastructure.
Interacts and supports internal and external customers including IT, Engineering, System Operations, Field Operations, Station Operations, Control Centers, Dispatch, Emergency Preparedness, external agencies, regulatory bodies, and other utilities.
Strong understanding of OSI seven-layer model including the interactions of transport at various layers.
Capable of implementing and troubleshooting advanced layer 1 and layer 2 transport systems.
Requests, reviews and tests firewall policies related to Telecom systems.
Uses protocol analyzers such as Wireshark to inspect traffic flow and evaluate network performance data.
Performs network management system configuration updates in support of the commissioning and decommissioning of Telecom equipment.
Creates system installation and troubleshooting technical procedures, plans, scripts for technician use.
Reviews and provides recommendations related to the installation of power and wiring for communication devices.
Manages telecom emergency spare inventory.
Creates specifications and requests quotes for telecommunications related material and services.
Provides recommendations related to tools for installation and maintenance of communication systems.
Identifies potential improvements to communication systems to improve reliability, effectiveness, and efficiency.
Leads the preparation, markup and review of engineering drawings, schematics, wiring, logic, and interconnection diagrams relating to telecom work.
Coordinates and reviews the performance of third-party and outside vendors.
Compensation and Benefits:
Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. The annual salary range for this position is $94,730 to $105,250, plus incentive. Salary is commensurate with your experience.
Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:Technical Knowledge/Skill:
Use and application of technical standards, principles, theories, concepts and techniques.
Operational knowledge of communications equipment and their uses and interactions.
Knowledge of Federal and State regulatory criteria and industry standards pertaining to telecommunications systems.
Knowledgeable of current Telecommunications issues, practices, technology and related developments.
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
Experience:
At least three years related experience.
Licenses & Certifications:
Valid United States driver’s license; CDL Class A preferred.
Working Conditions:
Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
Must be available for on-call.
Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
Please submit a resume with your application.
Worker Type:
Regular
Number of Openings:
1
EEO StatementEversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.
Emergency Response:Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.
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