Telecom Substation Engineer

Actalent; Tulsa (OK); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services provider is seeking a Sr Telecom Substation Engineer to develop engineering work packages and oversee telecom network design. The ideal candidate will hold a Professional Engineer (PE) license and have experience in substation design and project management. This role offers a competitive salary in a fully remote environment, ideal for those experienced in electrical engineering and telecommunications.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Strong background in Substation Electrical and telecommunications functions.
• Experience with engineering software for design.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Develop engineering and construction work packages.
• Prepare and review substation construction drawings.
• Coordinate with clients and teams for project execution.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Telecommunications

Substation Design

Project Management

Technical Leadership

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Job description

Sr Telecom Substation Engineer

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Electrical Engineer with a Professional Engineer (PE) license. The candidate should have a strong background in Substation Electrical Substation 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop engineering and construction work packages, BOM, and documentation for new installations, upgrades, and maintenance projects, including fiber optics, SCADA, RTU, and LAN/WAN systems.
• Prepare and 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.
• Redesign electrical and physical drawings/documentation using engineering software like AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and other design tools.
• Prepare and review substation construction drawings such as electrical arrangements, plan and section views, grounding, cable, and conduit drawings.
• Review and 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, and CT saturation.
• 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 and 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.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Pay and Benefits

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

Eligibility and Benefits

• Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available 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&D 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 Sep 18, 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.

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