Lead Telecom Engineer

Henderson Engineers

Lead Telecom Engineer overseeing design and engineering aspects for advanced building systems. Involves training, mentoring and liaising with project teams across various disciplines.

Posted 7/27/2026full-timePhoenix • Arizona, Colorado, Kansas, Montana, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepares or directs the preparation of simple to complex design documents, system layouts, detailed drawings, schematics and specifications.
Leads project and design efforts from concept design through completion.
Reviews shop drawings for conformance to plans and specifications.
Performs research and makes recommendations as to the feasibility of systems or equipment.
Responsible for producing solutions to complex engineering problems and complicated design challenges through direct involvement or in an advisory capacity.
Ensures that production of drawings, specifications, reports and analyses meet scope, schedule, cost and quality requirements.
Proactively advises and mentors less experienced designers and engineers, providing oversight and technical guidance.
Takes responsibility for the success of those under their supervision.
Makes recommendations on project staffing.
Strives to continuously develop and expand personal knowledge and the knowledge of others.
Implements and reinforces design and engineering standards at the team or practice level.
Oversees the quality of projects and designs through the quality review process and regular check-ins.
Takes the lead in developing, establishing and maintaining relationships with strategic partners and customers in support of and to expand business opportunities.
Communicates with clients as needed for the development and coordination of requirements and scope of work.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field of engineering (i.e.: mechanical, electrical, fire protection, or architectural) and 9 years of relevant experience or 10 years of experience with high school diploma or equivalent is required.
PE license required and may be counted toward 1 year of relevant experience.
Additional certifications and accreditations aligned with the relevant technical field (e.g., BEMP, CPD, CDP, NICET, RCDD, etc.) required.
Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam preferred.
Certifications and accreditations aligned with sustainability backgrounds (e.g., CDP, LEED, WELL, etc.) preferred.
Advanced knowledge and proficiency in engineering design, A&E industry, codes, design guides and standards relating to a broad range of practices, projects and/or program types required.
Knowledge of earned value, contracts and construction processes and methods required.
Proficiency in Revit and Bluebeam Revu required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and engineering design software applicable to your discipline or focus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development