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Telecom Engineer PE

Actalent, Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States, 74145

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Position Summary Actalent connects passion with purpose. We are supporting critical engineering and sciences initiatives that advance how companies serve the world. With almost 40 years of experience, our scalable talent solutions and engineering and sciences services provide the expertise our customers need to achieve more.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Electrical Engineer with a Professional Engineer (PE) license. Has a strong background in substation electrical and telecommunications functions to support the design and integration of power distribution and telecom network infrastructure. This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, code-compliant, and cost-effective engineering solutions for critical infrastructure projects.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Develop engineering and construction work packages/BOM/documentation for new installations, upgrades, and maintenance projects including fiber optics, SCADA, RTU, and LAN/WAN systems.

Prepare and/or review substation and telecom construction drawings such as one-line diagrams, schematics, front views, and wiring diagrams.

Design, mark-up and oversee detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and calculations.

Create/Redesign electrical and/or physical drawings/documentation using engineering software like AutoCAD, Bluebeam, GIS, and other design tools.

Prepare and/or review substation construction drawings such as electrical arrangements, plan and section views, grounding, cable, and conduit drawings.

Review/Conduct studies such as lightning protection, grounding, and equipment replacement and repair for substations.

Conduct studies such as battery sizing, AC and DC station service sizing, voltage drop, CT saturation, etc.

Coordinate with clients, internal/external teams, contractors, vendors, and regulatory agencies for successful project execution.

Conduct site surveys and inspections to assess existing infrastructure, including feasibility studies, risk analyses, and identify engineering requirements.

Maintain accurate records of client files and design modifications.

Manage/Design multiple projects simultaneously.

Ensure compliance with ANSI, NESC, NEC, IEEE, and utility-specific standards.

Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers or other team members.

Education & Experience Requirements

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an ABET‑accredited program or a related field.

Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required. (Active PE license in Nevada and Indiana or the ability to quickly obtain it).

Minimum 5 years of experience in utilities working with substations and telecom engineering.

Proficiency with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, or similar tools.

Requisite Abilities & Skills

Knowledge of fiber optic routing, splicing, and design.

Familiarity with utility permitting and regulatory compliance.

Familiarity with IEC 61850 and SEL/GE relays is a plus.

Strong understanding of telecom protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, SNMP, Modbus).

Excellent communication, documentation, and project management skills.

Experience with substation electrical systems and (example: switchgear, comm shelters, control houses).

Strong project/time management and organizational skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Tulsa, OK.

Pay & Benefits The pay range for this position is $62.50 - $86.54/hr.

Availability for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&DD for the employee and dependents)

Short and long‑term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2025.

About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full-time

Job Function Engineering and Information Technology

Industries Business Consulting and Services

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