Telecommunications Engineer

TEKsystems•Laurel, MD

2d•$63 - $72•Onsite

About The Position

A Telecommunications Network Engineer is needed to support a growing portfolio of federal and defense‑related technology projects. This role focuses on supporting Protected Distribution Systems (PDS), ensuring Department of Defense (DoD) compliance, and leading various telecommunications and network infrastructure initiatives. Responsibilities include PDS assessments, network design, quality control, site scheduling and coordination, team leadership, and collaboration with internal IT teams.

Requirements

BICSI Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) — required
AutoDesk certification in AutoCAD or Revit, or strong proficiency in Microsoft Visio — required
BICSI RCDD certification.
Minimum 5+ years of experience designing, planning, implementing, and maintaining high‑speed network cabling systems and IT facilities.
AutoCAD, Revit, or Visio proficiency.

Nice To Haves

Active or previous security clearance (preferred).
1–2 years of experience with DoD standards for IT infrastructure design and installation supporting Protected Distribution Systems (PDS).

Responsibilities

Evaluate existing PDS conduit pathways to ensure compliance with current DoD standards.
Assess, identify, and collect IT infrastructure requirements (pathways, spaces, cabling, power, cooling, etc.) to support new or existing PDS installation requests.
Prepare detailed design documentation including: Floor plans Rack elevations Installation specifications Statements of work Budgetary cost estimates Project schedules
Present and review design packages with internal teams and customer stakeholders.
Collaborate with contracts teams, facilities personnel, and installation partners to implement approved designs.
Conduct pre‑construction design reviews, quality control checks, and post‑construction inspections to ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards.
Coordinate construction activities and implementation of telecommunications and technology systems supporting both unclassified and classified network environments.
Coordinate site surveys, installation schedules, security escorts, and required inspections with customers and operations partners.
Lead or support day‑to‑day operations as needed for projects under your responsibility.
Work closely with internal design teams to identify opportunities to improve infrastructure and services.
Assist internal IT teams as needed to support ongoing operations.