Telecom Technical Specialist II

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a skilled Technical Specialist II to join our growing Telecom team! This position requires an active Illinois SE professional license and offers the flexibility of a remote work arrangement. At Colliers Engineering & Design, our forward‑thinking telecommunication professionals are committed to delivering innovative engineering solutions that power the next generation of telecommunications technology. We proudly serve major communications companies, wireless carriers, and tower owners across the nation. What sets us apart is our comprehensive suite of in‑house services, our leadership within the telecommunications industry, and our dedication to advancing best practices that shape the future of telecom infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Review and/or prepare structural reports and modification designs for telecommunications projects. Scopes include but are not limited to mount and tower analyses, water tanks, silos, concealment structures, supporting structure analyses, etc.
• Review and/or preparation of reports/findings, plans, specifications, cost estimates, permits, and other contract documents and ensure compliance with QA/QC policies and procedures.
• Provide management team with technical assistance and supervision in the preparation of proposals, expression of interest, and contracts for assigned projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering is required; structural focus preferred.
• 10+ years of related experience, minimum of 3 years performing structural engineering on telecommunication structures.
• Illinois SE (Structural Engineer) licensure required.
• Proficient in telecom-specific 3D structural engineering software (RISA 3D, TNX Tower, etc.); experience with other structural analysis software is a plus.
• Demonstrate the ability to learn, incorporate, and demonstrate new/advances in technology (i.e., AutoCAD, Revit, RISA, etc.) and train junior engineers on same.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment while managing multiple tasks for various internal clients.
• Demonstrate necessary competencies for successful execution of work duties including but not limited to technical writing, public presentation skills, interpersonal communication, knowledge of the political process and its impact on our work, analytical techniques, proper techniques for field work and supervisory skills.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job‑related communications and verbal instructions and interactions. Requires a pre‑employment drug screen. MVR will be checked and monitored.

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That's why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as company‑sponsored activities. This dedication begins with supporting a work‑life balance through a generous compensation package that includes company‑paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short‑ and long‑term disability insurance; life insurance; a company‑matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight‑time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 within a work week. We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in‑house resource for hundreds of educational and self‑enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Colliers Engineering & Design is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V). We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Colliers Engineering & Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).