Substation Telecom Field Engineer

Location: Remote

Job :273

# of Openings:1

Job Title:
Telecommunications Engineer

Echo Power is an independent engineering and project management firm specializing in the design, construction, and maintenance of critical electrical and mechanical systems across the healthcare, utility, and industrial sectors.

We are a primarily remote company guided by our core values of integrity, commitment to team, customer-focus, technical excellence, and optimism. At Echo, we foster a strong family-friendly culture focused on serving our customers with excellence while creating opportunities for our people.

This is a primarily field-based role. Remote work is supported when not onsite. Candidates should reside within the Middle Tennessee region to be within reasonable proximity to jobsites.

The Telecommunications Engineer supports power system communications and SCADA infrastructure within high-voltage substations and related utility facilities. This role owns the implementation, testing, troubleshooting, and integration of telecommunications systems that enable secure and reliable transmission of voice, data, monitoring, protection, and control signals.

This position works closely with power system engineers, controls specialists, field technicians, and project teams to deliver reliable communications infrastructure for utility customers.

• Install, configure, and test telecommunications systems supporting power infrastructure
• Support fiber optic networks (single-mode and multi-mode), Ethernet switches, and wireless communication systems
• Configure and integrate SCADA RTUs, Digital Protection Units (DPUs), and associated communication interfaces
• Deploy and troubleshoot networking equipment including media converters, Ethernet radios, and multiplexers
• Configure GPS IRIG-B time synchronization systems for SCADA and protection relays
• Perform system diagnostics and troubleshoot telecommunications and control system issues
• Collaborate with power system engineers to ensure proper integration with protection and control systems
• Maintain documentation including test plans, system configurations, and procedures

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in telecommunications engineering within power systems or utility environments
• Strong understanding of power system operations and SCADA communication protocols
• Experience configuring and testing fiber optic systems, Ethernet switches, and serial communication protocols
• Familiarity with telecommunications equipment such as multiplexers, Ethernet radios, and GPS time synchronization systems
• Hands‑on troubleshooting and system diagnostics experience
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Ability to work in field environments, including substations and remote facilities

• Salary: $117,000 – $165,000 annually (based on education and experience)
• Annual performance-based bonus opportunity
• 401(k) plan with 3.5% company match
• Work-from-home (when not in the field) with flexible working hours
• Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
• Company-paid benefits:
  Telemedicine, disability insurance, life insurance
• Company wellness program, including personal health & wellness coach
• Family-oriented culture
• And other benefits to support you and your loved ones, like:
  • Dedicated Chaplain services available 24/7
  • Tuition assistance for children of Echo employees
  • Employee assistance fund
  • Community service time off and charity matching
  • Parental leave
  • Pet insurance
  • Employee discount programs

This remote position is open to applicants residing in:
Alabama, Kentucky, Tennessee, West Virginia, or a surrounding state.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and reside in one of the eligible states or territories listed above at the time of hiring and throughout the duration of employment.