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.




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