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Junior Communications Engineer (EIT)

Trilon Group
New York$90k–110kHybrid4mo ago
Employment
Full-time
Seniority
Junior

About the role

Responsibilities

  • Design, review, and coordinate fire alarm systems in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements
  • Develop and review communications and low-voltage system designs, including structured cabling, fiber optics, CCTV, access control, PA/VMS, and network infrastructure
  • Support infrastructure and transportation projects such as transit facilities, tunnels, stations, roadways, bridges, and related facilities
  • Review contractor submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, and technical proposals
  • Provide construction-phase support including site inspections, testing and commissioning support, and system acceptance
  • Coordinate system interfaces with IT, electrical, and other building systems
  • Ensure compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and safety requirements
  • Participate in meetings with clients, agencies, designers, and contractors
  • Assist with cost estimates, schedules, and risk assessments related to communications systems

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 2+ years of experience in communications or low-voltage systems within construction, engineering, or infrastructure projects
  • Engineer in Training (EIT) certification required
  • Working knowledge of relevant codes and standards (e.g., NFPA, NEC, local AHJ requirements)
  • Experience supporting construction management or design-build projects
  • Strong technical writing and communication skills
  • Experience on transportation or infrastructure projects (transit, rail, roadway, aviation, or utilities)
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
  • NICET certification (Fire Alarm or related disciplines)
  • Familiarity with public agency projects and compliance requirements
  • Experience with system integration and testing/commissioning processes

Benefits

  • Holiday and paid-time-off programs
  • 401(k) Plan and Match 
  • Career Path Development Program (Management & Technical Career Tracks)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Competitive health and dental insurance premiums 
  • Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability
  • Life insurance
  • Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • and More

Perks & benefits

  • 401k
  • Dental Insurance

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