Electrical Engineer

Akkodis currently has an Electrical Engineer position with a client located in Reading, PA. This is an onsite position, so the person needs to live within 40 miles of Reading, PA. No C2C or agencies allowed with this position.Rate Range: $45.00/hour to $46.00/hour; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.As part of the Communications Engineering team, core responsibilities include the architecture, engineering, design, implementation, operation, maintenance, regulatory compliance, and ongoing reliability of RF communication systems, leased line services, circuits, and field communications supporting infrastructure - including DC power systems, generator backup power, and environmental support systems for various telecom technology platforms. In coordination with other departmental teams, the Communication Systems Design Specialists provide technical support to various deployment projects of Field Area Network devices and assist in the ongoing maintenance and operations of in-service assets. The group maintains network & communications documentation in the Company's document management platform, provides support for managing the portfolio of communications requests, and is responsible for mapping of network transport assets in the Geographic Information System (GIS).Delivers high-performance, high-availability, and cost-effective solutions to manage ongoing costs while meeting the technical and business requirements.Participates in installations and upgrades of communications technologies to ensure computing and network architecture solutions are properly implemented.Supports the operational performance and maintenance of existing network circuits as well as design and delivery of new products/product enhancements.Ensures technical standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements are properly implemented on assigned projects.AutoCAD and drafting skills are not required but may provide enhanced interactions with drafting personnel.PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIESParticipates on the Communications Engineering team supporting the many technology platforms delivering voice, video, and computing services to FE employees, contractors, and business partners.Ensures high level of reliability and availability of these systems.As part of the Network Engineering & Operations (NEO) department, works across the company to ensure that communications systems meet business needs and objectives.Ensures that change management procedures are followed properly.Support the Long-term Infrastructure Improvement Plan (LTIIP) project communication work.REQUIREMENTSBachelor or associates degree in Networking, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Telecommunications or related field, or related work experience.PREFERRED PRIOR KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCEBasic knowledge of common test equipment (e.g., DMMs, antenna analyzers, spectrum analyzers and RF wattmeters).Providing network circuit design, platform administration, and support.Circuit engineering design and infrastructure support for data transport of devices (e.g., RTUs, routers, switches, reclosers) over wireless or fiber.In-building cellular phone signal booster and network extender technology.Environmental support systems for the technology platforms (e.g., HVAC, AC/DC power systems, batteries, generators, etc.)Circuit inventory management and telecommunications expense management systems.Core competencies include interpersonal, communications (written & verbal), presentation, and drafting/drawing (Visio/CAD/GIS) skills.Proficiency in document creation and editing using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Adobe Acrobat, and other software tools with emphasis on technical writing, tables/spreadsheets, diagrams, and communicating engineering concepts.Document Management concepts and implementation through FileNet Content Navigator software or similarCircuit design and drawing management tools.Tools used to monitor, control & track the performance of these circuits, and manage the work.Project management concepts and tools.Telephony systems (e.g., PBX, key systems, console systems, ACD, etc.).Supervisory Control & Data Acquisition (SCADA); Remote Terminal Units (RTUs).If you are interested in this Electrical Engineer job, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis go to . If you have questions about the position, please contact Jim Tobin at jim.tobin@Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Created: 2025-03-01