Onshore Telecom Engineer

-; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Onshore Telecom Engineer

Plan, design, and implement telecommunication systems, including voice, data, and/or video communication systems. Design, build, configure, and commission devices, networks, and systems, and ensure systems interconnect with equipment from different manufacturers, service providers, and users. Analyze the needs of the organization and translate requirements into detailed technical specifications. Monitor and test systems and peripheral equipment, identify and diagnose faults, and troubleshoot problems. Oversee the installation of telecommunications equipment and facilities, such as complex electronic switching systems, copper wire telephone facilities, and fiber optics. Evaluate system performance levels and improve capabilities as needed. Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and procedures in the provision of systems. Assess performance levels of system hardware and software to project future needs and develop short and long-terms plans for updating equipment, adding capabilities, enhancing existing systems, and providing improved telecommunications. Determine the type and arrangement of circuits, transformers, circuit-breakers, transmission lines, and equipment. Conduct cost and traffic analysis to determine the best use of resources. Maintain highest levels of telecommunication security and protection from disaster. Collaborate with various internal groups and external vendors to ensure all installations meet specifications, ensuring the resolution of problems as they arise. Career-level professional within field. Considered highly skilled and proficient in discipline. Conducts complex, important work under minimal supervision with wide latitude for independent judgment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5+ years of relevant experience, including but limited to:

• fibre
• radio links
• IP Telephony
• Radio systems (UHF and VHF)
• Access Control Systems
• PAGA systems
• CCTV systems
• Rig / Flotel / Vessel Mobilisation and demobilisations.

Working at Speedcast:

At Speedcast, we want people that like adventure. Who are motivated by work that takes uncommon ingenuity and thinking outside the box. Who relish the idea of working in an industry undergoing massive transformation. If you want to be part of a global team responsible for connecting the world, then you're in the right place.

We're always pushing forward, never standing still. When people rely on you and your team to stay connected, it brings everyone closer together. We're united by the adrenaline of high-stakes projects and our love of getting the job done right. You will experiment, learn and grow here, right alongside us, every single day.

Find great opportunities to make an impact. We have a "one team, one dream" mentality. We work together to make great things happen. Working at Speedcast isn't just a job, it's a career that you can take to new levels.

Top reasons why people love working at Speedcast:

• Our global presence - you get to work with clients and colleagues all over the world, in every continent
• Talented teammates - your co-workers are the best and brightest in the industry
• Industry leadership - be part of the latest advancements shaping the future of communications
• Ability to develop skills - work across departments to gain new skills and valuable experience
• Choose your environment - we have an environment to fit your temperament. Choose between a traditional desk job or work in the field.
• Grow your career - Guide your career in the direction you want. Gain new titles and responsibilities through our internal promotion system.
• Work on diverse projects - every day is different with our customers from a range of industries around the world

Speedcast is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.