EPC Telecom Engineer

Overview At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery, and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. Location Any location in the United States. Candidates are ideally near a Jacobs U.S. office, but we intend to hire the best candidates regardless. Role Summary As an EPC Telecom Engineer, you will manage the full lifecycle of telecommunications systems, from initial technical design through field commissioning and project closeout. Core Responsibilities Detailed Engineering Design voice and data systems, including detailed architectural schematics and network diagrams. Perform technical calculations and prepare deliverables such as specifications, reports, and procedures. Develop detailed telecom infrastructure designs, including structured cabling (fiber/copper), high‑speed network circuits, and rack layouts. Create technical specifications. Conduct site visits. Review technical documents. Sign and seal telecommunications design packages. Create bill of materials (BOM) from design drawings and specifications. Work with BIM designers to prepare telecommunications design packages. Procurement Support Prepare technical requisitions for hardware, software, and cabling. Conduct technical evaluations of vendor bids, review vendor documentation, and oversee Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and Site Acceptance Tests (SATs). Partner with supply‑chain teams to evaluate and select vendors for mission‑critical hardware and cabling. Coordinate equipment purchasing, shipping, and inventory management for large‑scale deployments. Manage vendor relationships and ensure materials meet quality and code standards. Construction & Field Oversight Provide technical support to construction teams, resolve field change requests (FCDs), and work with APMs to manage subcontractors. Oversee on‑site installation activities, including fiber splicing, rack‑and‑stack, and network circuit turn‑ups. Track project milestones, manage change orders, and conduct site inspections to ensure “right first time” execution. Support commissioning and testing to verify system readiness before operational handover. Project Management Interface with construction PMs, design PMs, vendors, clients, and other engineering disciplines to ensure system consistency. Essential Skills & Job Requirements Technical proficiency: expertise in fiber optics, IP‑based systems, wireless technology, and Cisco IOS/XR or Junos operating systems. Problem‑solving ability to diagnose complex network issues and develop disaster‑recovery plans. Coordination: strong communication skills for liaising between vendors, clients, and multidisciplinary engineering teams. Thorough knowledge of industry standards such as BICSI, ANSI/TIA, and NEC. Excellent project management skills. Familiarity with responding to RFPs. Proficiency with Bluebeam. Proficiency in optical transport systems (10G–100G). Proficiency with reading and interpreting testing results for different telecommunications technologies. Experience in providing quality assurance and checking telecommunications systems designed by others. Experience with start‑up and commissioning of telecommunications systems. Experience in creating a budget for a project. Experience in creating and maintaining a project schedule. Experience in identifying and mitigating company risk. Education Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, telecommunications, or computer science from an ABET‑accredited institution. Experience 6–8 years of experience working on EPC projects or a combination of experience working for an MEP design firm and an installation contractor. Travel At least 25% travel required. Certifications Professional Engineering (PE) license Ideally, you’ll also have CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) PMP (Project Management Professional) RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer) CompTIA Network+ Benefits Our health and welfare benefits invest in you and the things you care about: medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and eligibility for a deferred compensation plan or Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs offers unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. Certain roles may be eligible for merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock. Salary Base salary range: $155,600.00 to $272,300.00. Pay is determined by location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr