Telecommunications Engineer

The Telecommunications Engineer works closely with interdisciplinary engineering, service, and project teams to design, configure, and support telecommunications systems including land mobile radio (LMR), networking infrastructure, and related communication technologies. This position requires adherence to company policies, Health, Safety & Environmental (HS&E) standards, and Quality Management System requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Perform technical planning, system integration, verification, and validation for telecommunications systems and subsystems.


• Develop RF engineering design concepts and objectives including coverage requirements, demand criteria, channel planning, link budgets, and cost estimates.


• Assist in preparing project plans including required resources and development timelines.


• Establish design specifications and construct RF system designs by applying RF engineering principles and industry standards.


• Develop and evaluate multiple system design alternatives and recommend optimal solutions.


• Provide cost-effective engineering solutions to complex RF design and telecommunications infrastructure challenges.


• Investigate and determine appropriate design factors including equipment availability, material requirements, contractual specifications, and cost considerations.


• Identify potential technical risks, operational challenges, and design limitations while recommending mitigation strategies.


• Design RF systems using equipment from multiple vendors and manufacturers, including support for various signaling protocols such as:


• Conventional trunking


• Motorola systems


• Kenwood systems


• P25 public safety networks


• Perform RF coverage analysis, path studies, and propagation modeling.


• Prepare engineering documentation including system schematics, maps, and network simulation models.


• Analyze potential air navigation obstructions and coordinate regulatory approvals with Nav Canada, Transport Canada, and Industry Canada licensing requirements.


• Assist in network traffic modeling and capacity analysis to ensure system performance meets operational requirements.


• Support system configuration, integration, testing, and commissioning activities.


• Prepare detailed technical documentation including system designs, reports, test results, and engineering calculations.


• Ensure telecommunications system designs comply with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and service level agreements.


• Maintain accurate engineering documentation for project tracking and system lifecycle management.


• Assist with preparation of requests for proposals (RFPs), technical specifications, and vendor evaluations.


• Support vendor and contractor selection by providing technical evaluation of equipment and solutions.


• Work collaboratively with internal departments including Sales, Service, and Project teams to support system design and implementation.


• Provide technical expertise and engineering guidance during project planning and execution.


• Assist with troubleshooting, optimization, and performance improvement of deployed systems.


• Support commissioning activities and ensure system functionality meets design specifications.

RELATIONSHIPS

The Telecommunications Engineer reports directly to the Engineering Manager.

This role works closely with:

• Sales Department


• Service Department


• Inventory Department


• Project Management


• Clients and customers


• Third-party contractors and vendors

AUTHORITY

The Telecommunications Engineer has authority to:

• Perform RF coverage calculations and link budget analysis.


• Recommend telecommunications equipment and system specifications.


• Develop point-to-point and network communication system designs.


• Provide technical recommendations to internal teams and project stakeholders.


• Ensure designs comply with professional engineering standards and regulatory requirements.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

This role primarily operates in an office environment with occasional travel to project sites or customer locations.

During site visits, the Telecommunications Engineer may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions and construction environments. Required personal protective equipment may include safety boots, safety glasses, hard hat, and high-visibility vest.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field;


• Canadian Professional Engineering Designation (P.Eng)


• Registered with APEGA or eligible for APEGA registration

EXPERIENCE

• Valid AB Class 5 Operator’s License or equivalent


• Recent Driver’s Abstract will be required upon condition of employment


• Familiarity of LMR deployment experience would be an asset


• Networking experience that includes network design, operational support, hands on implementation and configuration of various network infrastructures would be an asset

SKILLS

• Superior computer application skills


• Excellent interpersonal skills


• Strong verbal and written communication skills


• High attention to detail


• Continuous process Improvement initiative


• Ability to work independently, and as a team player


• Ability to multi-task, lead, and supervise

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The Telecommunications Engineer must be able to spend 90% of the day sitting or walking, and 10% standing. The incumbent will also be required to look at a computer screen for long periods of time. There is a possibility of eye and/or joint strain related to operating computer equipment.