RF Systems Engineer

Why You Should Join Our Team

VELCO maintains and operates an expansive state wide radio network that is a critical for the safe, reliable operation of the Vermont electric grid. We are making a substantial investment in a new DMR systems to improve and upgrade our communications and increase efficiency. Our goal is to harness the full potential of this network for voice, data and electric grid informational systems. We're seeking a talented engineer to join our team and participate in this incredible opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Support the management of VELCO’s trunked radio system, microwave, and optical transport networks.
• Follow policies and practices conforming to industry standards to test and certify equipment commissioning, maintenance, and operation.
• Develop end-user training plans.
• Provide engineering and technical support to field personnel operating at radio sites, distribution utilities and substations throughout Vermont.
• Monitor and identify radio traffic patterns to ensure high availability.
• Utilize radio frequency propagation analysis software.
• Perform new and repair service requests.
• Adhere to Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) communication-related standards.

Qualifications

• Associate Engineer level: BS in Engineering, Engineering Technology or related technical discipline.
• Mid-Career Engineer level: BS in Engineering, Engineering Technology or related technical discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Senior Engineer level: BS in Engineering, Engineering Technology or related technical discipline, and a Master’s Degree in Engineering or a specialized industry credential such as a Certificate in CCNA or CCNP (plus 7+ years of experience).

Compensation

Compensation Range: $68,744.00 - $107,550.56 - $146,357.12/salary