Telecommunications Engineer

Job Title: Telecommunications Engineer
About Echo Power
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.
Work Environment
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.
What You’ll Get To Do
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.
Key Responsibilities
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
What You Bring
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
What You’ll Get From Us
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
Four weeks’ vacation plus 7 company-paid holidays
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
Career growth opportunities
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.

Work arrangement
Yes