Sr Telecom Substation Engineer (Remote)

Telecommunications Substation Engineer, PE The Telecommunications Substation Engineer, PE is responsible for the engineering, design, and integration of substation telecommunications and control systems that support reliable electric transmission and distribution operations. This role serves as a technical lead and Engineer of Record for telecom-related substation systems, ensuring compliance with utility standards, industry codes, and regulatory requirements. The engineer will support projects from concept through construction, commissioning, and closeout while providing technical mentorship and coordination across disciplines. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Serve as Engineer of Record and maintain Responsible Charge for substation telecommunications and control system designs Perform engineering and design of substation telecom systems including: Fiber optic networks (OPGW, ADSS, underground fiber) Relay protection communications SCADA, RTU, and substation automation systems LAN/WAN, MPLS, and IP-based utility networks Teleprotection schemes and redundant communications paths Develop and review engineering deliverables such as: One-lines, schematics, and wiring diagrams Cable schedules and fiber routing Equipment layouts, rack elevations, and interconnection diagrams Bills of material (BOMs), specifications, and technical reports Coordinate telecom designs with Protection & Control (P&C) , Physical Substation , and Transmission Line engineering teams Perform or review engineering calculations and studies, including: Bandwidth and latency analysis Communications path redundancy and resiliency Equipment power requirements and grounding considerations Interface with clients, vendors, contractors, and internal teams to support project execution Participate in field walkdowns, site surveys, construction support, and commissioning activities as required Review contractor submittals, resolve RFIs, and support construction issue resolution Ensure designs comply with applicable codes and standards (IEEE, NERC, IEC, ANSI, NEC, NESC, utility standards) Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers Support continuous improvement of telecom and substation engineering standards and best practices Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering , Telecommunications Engineering , or related field from an accredited institution Professional Engineer (PE) license (active and in good standing) Minimum 7-10 years of engineering experience in: Utility substations Telecommunications or protection/controls environments Ability to take Responsible Charge and sign/seal engineering documents Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Tulsa, OK. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $57.69 - $67.31/hr. 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 Jun 22, 2026. 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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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