Telecom Systems Engineer

VELCO - Vermont Electric Power Company

. Design, implement, maintain, and troubleshoot utility telecommunications infrastructure .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRutland • Vermont • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,917 - $127,284 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing, implementing, and maintaining telecommunications infrastructure, with a strong focus on utility communications systems and critical infrastructure environments. Proficient in troubleshooting complex network issues and leading telecommunications projects while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Telecommunications Infrastructure DesignSCADA Communication ProtocolsNetwork Performance MonitoringProject Management in TelecommunicationsTroubleshooting Network Issues

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Hard Skills

SONETDWDMOTNMPLSG.8032Carrier EthernetNetwork Architecture DiagramsTelecommunications DocumentationUtility GroundingBonding Power Systems

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsStrong Documentation Discipline

Tools & Technologies

RoutersSwitchesTelecommunications EquipmentFiber Circuit Inventory Management

Industry Keywords

Utility Communications SystemsIndustrial NetworkingCritical InfrastructureDNP3IEC 61850ModbusICCPChange ManagementVulnerability AssessmentsSecurity Audits

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, implement, maintain, and troubleshoot utility telecommunications infrastructure
Support SONET, DWDM, OTN, MPLS, and G.8032/Carrier Ethernet
Configure and maintain routers, switches, and telecommunications equipment
Monitor network performance, capacity, availability, and reliability
Develop and maintain network architecture diagrams and telecommunications documentation
Provide communications support for SCADA, EMS, DMS, OMS, AMI, DER, and other utility operational systems
Support communications requirements for transmission and distribution substations
Design and implement network infrastructure upgrades and expansions
Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements to enhance reliability and performance
Lead telecommunications and networking projects from planning through implementation
Engage in vulnerability assessments, security audits, and remediation efforts
Provide tier-2 and tier-3 technical support for network and telecommunications systems
Participate in after-hours on-call support, emergency restoration activities, and the engineering on-call rotation
Work closely with telecom vendors, service providers, consultants, contractors, IT, Operations, System Protection, Engineering, and field personnel
Maintain hardware and fiber circuit inventory records and lifecycle management plans
Assist in Outside Plant activities as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field is preferred
Equivalent combination of education and/or relevant experience may be considered
5+ years of experience designing and supporting enterprise telecommunications and network infrastructure
Experience with utility communications systems, industrial networking, or critical infrastructure environments preferred
Experience troubleshooting network and telecommunications issues in mission-critical operations
Knowledge of SCADA, DNP3, IEC 61850, Modbus, ICCP, and utility communication protocols
Strong documentation and change management discipline
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
Thorough understanding of utility grounding, bonding, power systems, and applicable industry standards
Eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States
Successful reference check, background check including social media check, physical examination, and drug screening required as contingencies of employment
Participation in rotating on-call coverage and work outside normal business hours may be required
Periodic travel and overnight stays will be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits
Generous paid time off
Incentive compensation (bonus) potential
Periodic travel and overnight stays for industry workshops, training, etc.