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Telecoms Project Engineer
Telecoms Project Engineer Critical Network Infrastructure Central & South Scotland – Edinburgh, Glasgow, St Andrews & Stirling @mecscomms is recruiting a contract Telecommunications Project Engineer, to work on behalf of a Global IT, Technology & Telecom service provider. The Project Network Engineer will oversee the planning, implementation & delivery of technical installation & commissioning projects across various comms room, data centre, POP, fibre exchange, base station, tower, substation, transmission & distribution sites throughout the Central & South Scotland regions. As a Project Engineer, you will be responsible for scoping, planning & delivering projects of varying scale & complexity, working closely with field engineers, network operations & project teams. You’ll act as a technical representative in customer meetings, conduct site surveys, produce scope of works documents & project plans, coordinate jobs, assist with critical faults & maintain a high standard of end-of-job documentation, to ensure compliance with industry standards & best practices. If you’re a Field or Project Engineer with a passion for telecommunications, networking, power systems & electronics with experience across: copper & fibre optic cable installation, network mapping & route planning, fibre to the premises (FTTP), network fault finding, node & infrastructure building, LAN, WAN, SDH, PDH, radios, switching, PSTN / ADSL & data communication devices etc. I'm keen to hear from you. Position: Project Engineer, Infrastructure & Network Project Engineer Location: Field based – Scotland - Edinburgh, Glasgow, St Andrews & Stirling Mobility: A full UK driving licence is required Nature: Full time, temporary contract, Inside IR35 Hours: Monday - Friday 08:00-17:00 Duration: 24+ month contract Gross Rate: Negotiable dependant on experience Security Clearance: SC or BPSS level clearance (or eligibility for clearance) is essential Key Activity: • Site survey & scope of works • Project planning • Project management • Technical support • Vendor & stakeholder management • Change management • Performance monitoring • Incident resolution • Onsite testing & maintenance • Maintain accurate records • Process management • Governance & control Overview: The Project Engineer will oversee the planning, execution & delivery of telecoms infrastructure projects responsible for scoping, designing & implementing network installations, ensuring compliance with industry standards. You’ll conduct site surveys, create project plans & manage bill of materials to support seamless project delivery. Additionally, you will provide technical representation at customer meetings, troubleshoot faults, & maintain high-quality documentation. You will play a key part in performance monitoring, change management & vendor coordination, ensuring operational efficiency. Responsibilities: • Customer & client liaison – act as a technical point of contact for clients, addressing concerns & ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction • Project planning – complete site surveys, scope of works, project designs, project plans, & bill of materials to ensure successful execution • Project management – lead installation & commissioning projects, ensuring timely & high-quality delivery • Resource & inventory management – assist in budgeting, cost estimation, sourcing & resource allocation to ensure projects remain within scope • Vendor & stakeholder engagement – liaise with vendors, clients & internal teams to maintain & improve operational performance • Change management – assess & approve planned changes within telecoms environments • Technical support – provide expertise in troubleshooting network faults, telecoms infrastructure, & operational issues • Performance monitoring – define & review KPIs, proactively identify recurring network issues & implement solutions • Documentation & reporting – maintain detailed records of project progress, issues & resolutions. Prepare status reports & technical documentation • Incident resolution – take a proactive role in fault resolution, post-incident analysis & root cause diagnostics • On-site testing & maintenance – conduct substation testing using industry-standard tools to diagnose & rectify issues • Cross-department collaboration – work closely with design, operations & maintenance teams to ensure seamless integration of telecoms solutions Candidate Profile: Candidates will be considered from a range of backgrounds but ideally, you’ll have previous experience, ideally gained within an ISP, Network Service Provider, Managed Hosting, Telecom, Technology, ICT, Cloud, Systems / Network Integrator, Utility, Power or similar type of service provider. Your professional or academic experience is likely to include some of the following: • HNC in Telecommunications (or equivalent professional qualification) • Experience as a Field Engineer in telecoms, utilities or data centre environments • Hands-on experience working in data centres, fibre exchanges, substations & telecom hubs • LAN & WAN internetworking skills • Proficiency in industry-standard network testers & diagnostics • Strong understanding of IP networks, Cisco, Alcatel, & Nokia devices • Rack, charger, & telecoms equipment installation & commissioning • Industry-standard telecoms testing (BERT, RF sweeps, PIM, TDR, OTDR & OSCAR tests) • DC power wiring & connection to telecoms equipment in compliance with regulations • 1st Line Support & troubleshooting for a range of equipment including SDH, PDH, radios, switching systems, PSTN / ADSL & data communication devices • Routine maintenance inspections for fibres & battery chargers • Risk Assessment & Method Statements (RAMS) creation & work area/vehicle management • Proven experience in handover documentation & site surveys • Ability to troubleshoot & resolve technical issues proactively • Experience with power tools, hand tools & working at height • Analytical thinking & problem-solving skills for fault diagnosis @mecscomms: uniting opportunity with ambition in Telecoms | Media | Technology @mecscomms is the brand name of MECS Communications Ltd who provide permanent & contract recruitment consultancy service as an Employment Agency & Employment Business. 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Telecoms Field Network Engineer
Telecoms Field Network Engineer Critical Network Infrastructure Central & South Scotland – Edinburgh, Glasgow, St Andrews & Stirling @mecscomms is recruiting a contract - field based, telecoms network & critical infrastructure engineer, to work on behalf of a Global IT, Technology & Telecom service provider. The role has ownership for the repair, maintenance & improvement of critical telecommunications network infrastructure across various comms room, data centre, POP, fibre exchange, base station, tower, substation, transmission & distribution sites throughout the Central & South Scotland regions. Providing assurance activities, routine maintenance & customer order fulfilment, this hands-on technical field engineering role will be responsible for the installation, support & maintenance of telecommunications infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, Fibre Optics, DC chargers, PDH, SDH, Comtel, Microwave radio, Nokia sub-rack technologies, Cisco equipment, particularly within high-voltage environments such as electrical substations (11kV–400kV), data centre & exchange sites. If you’re a Field Engineer with a passion for telecommunications, networking, power systems & electronics & experience with: copper & fibre optic cable installation, Main Distribution Frame (MDF) engineering, network testing, patch panel & network rack configuration, mobile & fixed network equipment, wireless access point implementation, power system installation & electrical & electronic system setup etc. I'm keen to hear from you. Position: Telecoms Field Engineer, Network Maintenance Engineer, Installation Engineer, Field Service Engineer, Network Assurance Engineer Location: Field based – Scotland - Edinburgh, Glasgow, St Andrews & Stirling Mobility: A full UK driving licence is required Nature: Full time, temporary contract, Inside IR35 Hours: OOH & unsociable hours work is required Duration: 24+ month contract Gross Rate: Negotiable dependant on experience Security Clearance: SC or BPSS level clearance (or eligibility for clearance) is essential Key Activity: • Project management & delivery • Routine maintenance • Repair & fix • Support & troubleshooting • Assurance activities • Support network installations • Solution implementation & configuration • Technical testing • Order fulfilment • Process management • Governance & control Overview: As a Field Engineer, you will be responsible for the installation, maintenance & support of cutting-edge telecommunications & network infrastructure across Central & South Scotland, covering key locations along the Edinburgh & Glasgow corridor. This is a 24/7 operational role, requiring flexibility for on-call standby duties. Responsibilities: • Operational activities including Network configuration & integration of customer equipment • Ensure the project is completed to the quality & health & safety standards required • Complete project documentation as required by the project engineer • Monitor progress against plans & recommend corrective actions • Identify issues & risks & escalate appropriately • Provide timely & quality communication to all stakeholders • Ensure technical, test & quality plans as agreed are delivered to the project engineer • Ensure the necessary project administration is carried out • Provision of assure activities on 24 x 7 x 365 basis adhering to our agreed contractual SLA targets • Completion of nominated RMI activities • Recommend improvements & cost reductions were identified • Completion of customer minor orders • Carry out pre & post configuration testing to ensure error free installation • Provide technical representation at customer & project related meetings • Ensure quality assurance is maintained • Maintain associated customer & network documentation • To be part of a stand-by (on-call) rota supporting the business out of hours Candidate Profile: Candidates will be considered from a range of backgrounds but ideally, you’ll have previous network implementation engineering experience ideally gained within an ISP, Network Service Provider, Managed Hosting, Telecom, Technology, ICT, Cloud, Systems / Network Integrator or similar type of technology managed services provider. Your professional or academic experience is likely to include some of the following: • HNC in Telecommunications (or equivalent professional qualification) • Experience as a Field Engineer in telecoms, utilities or data centre environments • LAN & WAN internetworking skills • Exposure to Cisco, Alcatel, Nokia, Comtel or similar vendor kit • Knowledge of network installations, DC chargers, PDH, SDH & sub-rack technologies • Exposure to fibre optic, radio HRF or microwave radio networks • Operational Telecoms in a Power System Environment (PDH, SDH, MPLS-TP) • Power Systems including SCADA & protection • Proficiency in DC & AC technologies • Extensive experience in network installation & support • Strong customer service, problem-solving & communication skills • Ability to work independently & within a structured team environment • It is essential for candidates to currently hold OR be eligible to pass BPSS (Basic Check) & SC level security clearance checks. @mecscomms: uniting opportunity with ambition in Telecoms | Media | Technology @mecscomms is the brand name of MECS Communications Ltd who provide permanent & contract recruitment consultancy service as an Employment Agency & Employment Business. For more information or a list of current vacancies, please see our web site at mecscomms.co.uk ....Read more...