Design Technologist (Edmonton)

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES - Develops RF and telecommunications design by developing project concepts and objectives including demand criteria, coverage, and number of channels; preparing a project plan, including required resources, development timetables, cost estimates, and link budgets - Designs and constructs RF and telecommunications systems by researching, analyzing, sectioning, and applying design techniques and criteria - Enhances engineering and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments - Prepares maps, schematics and system documentation; configures systems; characterizes the path loss; calibrates the signal propagation model; develops a network simulation including traffic and loading analysis - Prepare Site Acceptance Test, Factory Acceptance Test, ITP, Construction Work Packages and other documents as needed - Selects and recommends equipment - Evaluates current technical processes and procedures, and develops processes based on requirements - Prepares request for proposals and quotes - Evaluates current design procedures, and helps develop standard procedures for design - Proposes alternate plans and recommends the best alternative - Ensures the requirements of Tridon and Customer communications systems meet the design specifications - Work closely with service, sales and customers for sales support, troubleshooting, etc. - Assist in the development and continuous improvement of a Tridon quality system - Perform Site Surveys - Other duties as required IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR General Manager of Tridon Engineering RELATIONSHIPS The Design Technologist reports directly to the General Manager of Tridon Engineering. The incumbent also works directly with: - Project Manager(s)/Project Coordinator(s) - Service Department - Sales Department - Inventory Department - Third Party Contractors - Clients WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL SETTING The Design Technologist will work mainly in an office environment; however, occasional travel to customer sites may be required. Exposure to outdoor weather conditions may be a possibility.. The incumbent must wear safety glasses and safety boots, as well as a hard hat and safety vest during site visits. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION - High School Diploma - Diploma or Certificate in Electronics Engineering Technology/Technician or suitable combination of education and experience - Registered with ASET or eligible for ASET registration EXPERIENCE - Valid Construction and Safety Training System (CSTS) certificate including generic WHMIS - Valid AB Class 5 Operator’s License or equivalent - Recent Driver’s Abstract will be required upon condition of employment - Networking experience that includes network design, operational support, hands on implementation and configuration of various network infrastructures would be an asset - Extensive knowledge of two-way radio theory and communications systems. Knowledge of battery backup systems, base stations, repeaters, multicouplers, duplexers, cellular and SMR BDAs - Experience in specialized radio programming software will be an asset. - Knowledge of, and experience in, structured cable and fiber optic design - Ability to understand schematics and drawings SKILLS - Superior computer application skills - Excellent interpersonal skills - Strong verbal and written communication skills - High attention to detail - Continuous process improvement initiative - Ability to work independently, and as a team player - Ability to grasp new techniques, and deal with rapidly changing events - Ability to work safely in hazardous environments PHYSICAL DEMANDS The Design Technologist will work in an office environment and travel to client sites and must be able to spend 98% of the day sitting, and 2% standing. The incumbent will also be required to look at a computer screen for long periods of time. There is a possibility of eye and/or joint strain related to operating computer equipment. Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2p6lkv