Telecommunications Engineer

Job Description

Are you a seasoned Telecommunications Engineer with expertise in Structured Cabling, Outside Plant, Wired and Wireless Networks, and mission-critical projects?

Join WSP’s Technology Systems team—one of the largest and most advanced technology consulting groups in Australia and across APAC.

• Position opened Australia wide. Office locations Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide.
• Work on iconic projects as part of a collaborative and high performing team.
• Enjoy supportive & flexible working through our hybrid work model.

This role offers the chance to work on high-profile projects across the region for multiple clients. You’ll play a key part in delivering mission critical projects that demand reliability, resilience, and innovation, while contributing to the continued growth and success of our business.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the design and documentation of projects involving Structured cabling systems, Outside Plant, IT & OT Networks, ICN platforms.
• Collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to develop ICT strategies and holistic solutions.
• Interfacing with Controls, MEP and Security specialists to develop an architecture that support other systems holistically.
• Researching and implementing latest innovations in the Telecommunications discipline.
• Preparing technical documentation and managing construction phase services.
• Ensuring compliance with WSP’s quality assurance and project delivery standards.
• Supporting commissioning activities.

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 4 years experience with an emphasis on Telecommunications / ICT services within the Property and Buildings sector.
• Relevant Engineering degree (Bachelor or Masters) in Telecommunications, Computer Systems or Electrical Engineering.
• Strong understanding of project delivery, design standards, and timelines.
• Experience in Australia within an engineering consultancy is essential.
• Experience in data centres, transport, healthcare and/or aviation preferred.
• Proven ability to collaborate with MEP engineers, Controls and Security designers.
• Ability to provide technical expertise in Telecommunications systems architecture.
• Experience preparing technical documentation (e.g. specifications, schematics, reports) and managing construction phase services.
• Demonstrated capability in managing project timelines, deliverables, budgets, and stakeholder relationships.
• A collaborative mindset, enthusiasm for innovation, and commitment to delivering technically strong and efficient project outcomes.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 73,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

An employee Share Purchase Plan is available to all our permanent employees who wish to become owners and vested partners in WSP’s collective success. To find out more about our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people, and the programs we’ve designed to help you thrive, go to our Employee Benefits page.

• Develop your professional network (locally, nationally and globally) through various initiatives.
• Develop your personal brand through targeted training.
• Develop your business understanding and awareness through various procedures.

WSP prioritises the health and wellbeing of our people by offering flexible working, 12 months parental leave, opportunities for global mobility, purchased additional leave, and competitive remuneration among many more benefits designed to help you shine.

We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equal opportunity workplace. We promote Indigenous voices and are actively delivering a ‘Stretch’ level Reconciliation Action Plan. Accredited by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency as an Employer of Choice, we also support the LGBTQI+ community, and encourage all employees to bring their whole selves to work.