Designer and field engineer job description
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Designer and field engineer requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in designer and field engineer job postings.
Sample designer and field engineer requirements
- Expertise in CAD software
- Experience in mechanical engineering
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field
- Knowledge of construction materials and techniques
Sample required designer and field engineer soft skills
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving skills
- Time management skills
Designer and field engineer job description example 1
System One designer and field engineer job description
Since 1979, MOUNTAIN, LTD. has successfully created and supported turnkey engineering solutions for traditional and wireless telecom providers across the United States. We are a national leader in the industry, providing high-quality engineering, on-time service delivery, and skilled personnel paired with innovative technology and creative solutions. Specialties include OSP/ISP engineering, design, permitting, right-of-way and CAD for traditional and wireless telecommunications companies.
Overview:
The OSP Engineer performs detailed outside plant facility engineering tasks that include estimating, analyzing, designing, planning, and budget tracking estimates against actual costs for copper and fiber cables, poles, and direct buried and conduit systems. This position is responsible for preparing and interpreting engineering plans, drawings, and reports; preparing loop loss design for load and repeater electronics, planning and designing field mounted switch serving areas, perform pole, conduit, and buried facility design measurements to support company and industry OSP design standards and economic feasibility studies. This position is responsible for specific job budget development and tracking. This position is responsible for periodic job inspections and quality control.
Qualifications:
- Ability to identify existing telephone plant, electric, and other utilities on the site plans as well as in the field
- Ability to indicate existing telephone plant location and relocate facilities and knowledge of obtaining right of ways and easements where required
- Expert in obtaining right of ways and easements where required
- Must be capable of engineering routine and specific OSP work orders, including more complex projects including road moves
- Must have expert knowledge of OSP principles, work order procedures, telephone industry standards, PC applications, and OSP record and/or computer-aided drafting systems
- Must have own tools such as a measuring wheel, height stock, pull finder, laptop, etc.
- Experience with the local networks
- Ability to perform quality control on engineering work for other members of the team
Thank you for your interest in MOUNTAIN, LTD. For more career opportunities, please visit us at www.mountainltd.com
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Designer and field engineer job description example 2
Apple designer and field engineer job description
San Diego,California,United States
Hardware
+ You have a minimum 0-3 years hands-on experience with end to end testing of cellular technologies that includes test plan preparation, field testing, log analysis & debugging UE issues.
+ You have working knowledge in at least one of the wireless technology 5G NR, LTE/LTE-A, UMTS.
+ Deep understanding of cellular protocol stack from LTE PHY/MAC to higher layers, Call processing.
+ Familiarity with RF test equipments i.e. R&S, Spirent, Agilent/keysight for wireless validation.
+ You have experience owning a complete functional area of an application or product with clear communication across multiple levels in the organization.
+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills, detailed oriented, analytical, able to work independently.
+ Travel for work up to 50% (domestic and sometimes internationally)
**Description**
We are looking for someone who will work with the HW/SW development teams and other cross functional teams on identifying issues impacting the Cellular performance. You will perform deep dive analysis into internal logs to understand and identify root cause of any HW/System issue.
**Education & Experience**
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Master's preferred.
**Additional Requirements**
+ - Hardworking and ambitious, able to take on obstacles in innovative ways
+ - Knowledge of Antenna/ RF design is a plus.
+ - Basic scripting experience (Shell/Perl/Python/Matlab)
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Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (Opens in a new window) .
Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants. United States Department of Labor. Learn more (Opens in a new window) .
Apple is required to comply with a COVID-19 vaccination mandate issued by the New York City Department of Health. We will verify the vaccination status of all New York City team members who are working at an Apple Store, office, or partner store in New York City. New York City Department of Health Learn more (Opens in a new window) .
Apple will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. If you're applying for a position in San Francisco, review the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance guidelines (opens in a new window) applicable in your area.
Apple participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program (Opens in a new window) .
Apple is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. Apple is a drug-free workplace. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more (Opens in a new window) .
Hardware
+ You have a minimum 0-3 years hands-on experience with end to end testing of cellular technologies that includes test plan preparation, field testing, log analysis & debugging UE issues.
+ You have working knowledge in at least one of the wireless technology 5G NR, LTE/LTE-A, UMTS.
+ Deep understanding of cellular protocol stack from LTE PHY/MAC to higher layers, Call processing.
+ Familiarity with RF test equipments i.e. R&S, Spirent, Agilent/keysight for wireless validation.
+ You have experience owning a complete functional area of an application or product with clear communication across multiple levels in the organization.
+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills, detailed oriented, analytical, able to work independently.
+ Travel for work up to 50% (domestic and sometimes internationally)
**Description**
We are looking for someone who will work with the HW/SW development teams and other cross functional teams on identifying issues impacting the Cellular performance. You will perform deep dive analysis into internal logs to understand and identify root cause of any HW/System issue.
**Education & Experience**
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Master's preferred.
**Additional Requirements**
+ - Hardworking and ambitious, able to take on obstacles in innovative ways
+ - Knowledge of Antenna/ RF design is a plus.
+ - Basic scripting experience (Shell/Perl/Python/Matlab)
**Apple Footer**
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (Opens in a new window) .
Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants. United States Department of Labor. Learn more (Opens in a new window) .
Apple is required to comply with a COVID-19 vaccination mandate issued by the New York City Department of Health. We will verify the vaccination status of all New York City team members who are working at an Apple Store, office, or partner store in New York City. New York City Department of Health Learn more (Opens in a new window) .
Apple will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. If you're applying for a position in San Francisco, review the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance guidelines (opens in a new window) applicable in your area.
Apple participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program (Opens in a new window) .
Apple is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. Apple is a drug-free workplace. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more (Opens in a new window) .
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Designer and field engineer job description example 3
Burns & McDonnell designer and field engineer job description
Burns & McDonnell's office in Detroit, MI, is looking for a Distribution Designer with a focus on Occupational H&S to perform distribution line design on a variety of utility projects\. Burns & McDonnell is a 100% employee\-owned firm ranked on FORTUNE's List of 100 Best Companies to Work For and voted as a Best Place to Work in numerous other cities across the United States\.
This position offers the opportunity to challenge and grow yourself professionally within Engineering News\-Record \(ENR\) magazine's top\-ranked Transmission & Distribution practice\. Be on the cutting edge of new technologies and engineering practices in the T&D engineering and design space\.
The Distribution Designer will work within our Transmission and Distribution \(T&D\) Global Practice to perform the following duties:
+ Responsible for the design of low to medium voltage \(2\.4\-69kV\) distribution and sub transmission lines using CADD/GIS design and mapping software\.
+ Prepare and develop distribution and sub transmission voltage construction packages for both overhead and underground projects, including distribution equipment installation, new conduit and duct bank design, feeder replacement, cable replacement, and new feeder design\.
+ Provide QA/QC of data collected by subcontractor's support during field investigations\.
+ Adhere to Burns & McDonnell's safety programs, trainings, and policies, as well as promote and manage the Safety & Health performance of BMcD project team members and subcontractors\.
+ Plans, schedules, conducts, and coordinates work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, adaptation and modification of standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria\.
+ Review contract documents with project manager to verify compliance of subcontractors, safety and health requirements, and schedule\.
+ Manage communication with client, regulatory, and public entities on project\-related matters\. This includes, but is not limited to, submitting advanced notices to road authorities for lane closures, scheduling client operators to support BMcD field investigations, etc\.
+ Performs work which involves conventional engineering practices but may involve a variety of complex features\.
+ Requires general knowledge of precedents in specialty areas and familiarity with basic principles and practices in related specialties\.
+ May coordinate departmental and divisional project studies and report preparation assignments\.
+ This position requires an experienced and competent individual capable of successfully solving difficult problems that require adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria\.
+ Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered\.
+ Assist project manager to develop scope of work and conceptual design for the projects\.
+ Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to less experienced staff members\.
+ Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of one's work\.
+ Other duties will be assigned as required\.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in drafting technology or related field and two years related experience or associate's degree and three years related experience or four years progressive detailing and design experience\.
+ Professional understanding of design software such as: AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, GIS and Excel to develop the design deliverables\.
+ Proficient knowledge in design, calculations, and design systems\.
+ Knowledgeable in the theory and practices of civil and/or electrical disciplines; competent in the fundamental concepts of other disciplines as they relate to the assigned discipline; and capable of operating related discipline design software necessary to execute production tasks\.
+ Ability to work collaboratively with others \(Project Managers, Engineers, Designers\) in a multi\-discipline project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives\.
+ OSHA 10 and OSHA 30\-hour certification strongly preferred\.
+ Experience entering enclosed/confined spaces or overseeing contractors entering enclosed/confined spaces preferred\.
+ Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office \(Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Access\)\.
+ Experience with document control, scheduling, and project management software a plus\.
+ Multiple years of experience on construction project sites in the industries of aviation, commercial, energy, government, manufacturing, oil & gas, process, transportation, transmission & distribution, or water\. Construction experience on transmission and/or distribution projects strongly preferred\.
+ Excellent written & verbal communication skills\.
+ Strong analytical and problem\-solving skills, and attention to detail\.
+ Must be able to meet the company's driving requirements\.
EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
**Job** Computer Aided Drafting & Design
**Primary Location** US\-MI\-Detroit
**Other Locations** United States
**Schedule:** Full\-time
**Travel:** Yes, 10 % of the Time
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This position offers the opportunity to challenge and grow yourself professionally within Engineering News\-Record \(ENR\) magazine's top\-ranked Transmission & Distribution practice\. Be on the cutting edge of new technologies and engineering practices in the T&D engineering and design space\.
The Distribution Designer will work within our Transmission and Distribution \(T&D\) Global Practice to perform the following duties:
+ Responsible for the design of low to medium voltage \(2\.4\-69kV\) distribution and sub transmission lines using CADD/GIS design and mapping software\.
+ Prepare and develop distribution and sub transmission voltage construction packages for both overhead and underground projects, including distribution equipment installation, new conduit and duct bank design, feeder replacement, cable replacement, and new feeder design\.
+ Provide QA/QC of data collected by subcontractor's support during field investigations\.
+ Adhere to Burns & McDonnell's safety programs, trainings, and policies, as well as promote and manage the Safety & Health performance of BMcD project team members and subcontractors\.
+ Plans, schedules, conducts, and coordinates work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, adaptation and modification of standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria\.
+ Review contract documents with project manager to verify compliance of subcontractors, safety and health requirements, and schedule\.
+ Manage communication with client, regulatory, and public entities on project\-related matters\. This includes, but is not limited to, submitting advanced notices to road authorities for lane closures, scheduling client operators to support BMcD field investigations, etc\.
+ Performs work which involves conventional engineering practices but may involve a variety of complex features\.
+ Requires general knowledge of precedents in specialty areas and familiarity with basic principles and practices in related specialties\.
+ May coordinate departmental and divisional project studies and report preparation assignments\.
+ This position requires an experienced and competent individual capable of successfully solving difficult problems that require adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria\.
+ Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered\.
+ Assist project manager to develop scope of work and conceptual design for the projects\.
+ Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to less experienced staff members\.
+ Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of one's work\.
+ Other duties will be assigned as required\.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in drafting technology or related field and two years related experience or associate's degree and three years related experience or four years progressive detailing and design experience\.
+ Professional understanding of design software such as: AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, GIS and Excel to develop the design deliverables\.
+ Proficient knowledge in design, calculations, and design systems\.
+ Knowledgeable in the theory and practices of civil and/or electrical disciplines; competent in the fundamental concepts of other disciplines as they relate to the assigned discipline; and capable of operating related discipline design software necessary to execute production tasks\.
+ Ability to work collaboratively with others \(Project Managers, Engineers, Designers\) in a multi\-discipline project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives\.
+ OSHA 10 and OSHA 30\-hour certification strongly preferred\.
+ Experience entering enclosed/confined spaces or overseeing contractors entering enclosed/confined spaces preferred\.
+ Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office \(Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Access\)\.
+ Experience with document control, scheduling, and project management software a plus\.
+ Multiple years of experience on construction project sites in the industries of aviation, commercial, energy, government, manufacturing, oil & gas, process, transportation, transmission & distribution, or water\. Construction experience on transmission and/or distribution projects strongly preferred\.
+ Excellent written & verbal communication skills\.
+ Strong analytical and problem\-solving skills, and attention to detail\.
+ Must be able to meet the company's driving requirements\.
EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
**Job** Computer Aided Drafting & Design
**Primary Location** US\-MI\-Detroit
**Other Locations** United States
**Schedule:** Full\-time
**Travel:** Yes, 10 % of the Time
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024