Engineer Telecom

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details

Posting Details

BS

2 yrs

None

The physical requirements of this position include: occasionally lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 25 lbs; occasionally standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs; regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time with regular repetitive motions (such as typing); utilizing mouse, keyboard, and phone for portions of the day. Ability to travel to various locations on and off campus for meetings and to monitor job sites.

Primarily days (i.e. Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00 pm) Please be aware that as an exempt position, job duties may require additional time in the evenings, nights and/or weekends to accomplish work goals in excess of 40 hours per week.

Build and Support the Infrastructure That Keeps Campus Connected

The University of Kentucky is seeking an Engineer Telecom to support the planning, design, and delivery of telecommunications and structured cabling infrastructure across campus. This position is part of UK’s evolving IT strategy and will report through the Technology Services department in Beyond Blue effective July 1, 2026.

This role sits at the intersection of engineering, construction, and IT infrastructure, helping ensure reliable, high-quality connectivity for university operations. You’ll contribute to capital projects, collaborate with internal and external partners, and support the systems that keep communication and data flowing across campus.

What You’ll Do

• Provide technical expertise for telecommunications infrastructure, including fiber systems and structured cabling for new construction and renovation projects
• Support design, documentation, and engineering standards, ensuring alignment with university guidelines and best practices
• Coordinate with project managers, construction teams, and vendors to support project delivery and implementation
• Review plans, participate in site inspections, and verify installations meet technical specifications and standards
• Assist with project tracking, scheduling, and documentation, helping ensure timelines and deliverables are met
• Troubleshoot infrastructure issues and support resolution in collaboration with internal teams and external partners
• Communicate regularly with stakeholders to provide project updates, resolve issues, and maintain service quality

What You’ll Bring

• Experience in telecommunications, networking, or IT infrastructure, including cabling systems and project support
• Knowledge of structured cabling, fiber infrastructure, and construction or renovation environments
• Ability to manage and support multiple projects with strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with technical teams, vendors, and non-technical stakeholders
• Experience with technical documentation, design standards, or project coordination
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to escalate complex issues appropriately
• A commitment to quality, reliability, and continuous improvement

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 2+ years of related experience

What’s In It for You

• Meaningful Impact:
  Support the infrastructure that powers communication and connectivity across campus
• Professional Growth:
  Build expertise in telecommunications engineering, construction support, and infrastructure design
• Hybrid Flexibility:
  Opportunity for hybrid work arrangements with approval
• Project Variety:
  Contribute to a wide range of construction and renovation projects
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside engineers, project managers, and IT professionals

Why Now?
As the university continues to expand and modernize…