Communication Engineer (or Senior Engineer)
Energy Delivery / Communication Systems

Position Closes
Open until filled

Position Hours
7 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Salary
Min. $47,400 to Max $86,200, based on experience and qualifications

This is a safety sensitive position under the State of Florida Drug-Free Workplace Act and is subject to: post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, periodic, and pre-employment alcohol/controlled substance testing. For additional information about safety sensitive drug testing, see OUC's alcohol/substance abuse policy, which is intended to comply with Florida's Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Education
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering degree in Telecommunications or Computer Science, or equivalent in training and experience.

Requirements
Three (3) years of experience in the design, installation and maintenance of Communication Systems such as microwave/fiber optic system, trunked radio system and SCADA/EMS systems or equivalents. Familiarity with communication system design standards, codes, cost estimates, equipment application, scheduling and construction practices desired. A detailed knowledge of and demonstrated working experience with LANs, WANs, Ethernet, Frame Relay, multiplexing, telephony, loop/hot standby protection schemes and software diagnostic programs desired.  Software requirements: MS-DOS, Windows95, Windows 2000, WindowsNT, Windows XP, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, Visio and AutoCAD.

Basic Job Duties
Assist in the planning, budgeting and implementation of a corporate broadband wide area network (WAN), utilizing OUC's fiber optic network, to provide an intelligent connection to both internal and external customers. Develop and maintain standards for the OUC Radio Systems. Maintain existing Communication Systems designs/standards and develop new designs/standards using current technology to improve reliability/reduce costs. Provide and maintain documentation for all Communication Systems, including network administration and the WAN. Develop/enhance training program for the OUC Communication Systems. Provide in-house training for personnel as required. Provide field guidance to Communication Technicians or others in modifications to the Communication Systems. Provide project management and engineering services for Communication Systems projects. Survey Communication Systems customers to ensure that the communication system is able to meet their current and future needs. Assist in the engineering and supervise the installation of OUC's fiber optic network and the marketing of any surplus infrastructure. Develop and implement new standards, including the selection of new technology, to replace the existing SCADA/EMS RTUs with input and assistance from the Systems Operations and Energy Control Center. Write reports, memos Purchase Requests, etc., as needed in fulfilling job duties. Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Division Director.


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OUC only accepts applications for current job openings. To apply for a position, please print and complete the OUC Application for Employment and mail it to our office at the address below. You may also mail or email a résumé to OUC Human Resources Division. If you send a résumé, please be sure to clearly indicate the position for which you are applying. Once your information is received, it will be reviewed against the position requirements. For more information on applying for a job with OUC, review our hiring process.

In order to receive Veteran's Preference, you must complete the Application for Veteran's Preference and provide a copy of your DD-214 with your Resume/Employment Application at the time of application.

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OUC Human Resources
P.O. Box 3193
Orlando, FL 32802-3193
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