How do they match: Telecommunications Engineering Specialists

  • Consult with users, administrators, and engineers to identify business and technical requirements for proposed system modifications or technology purchases.
  • Keep abreast of changes in industry practices and emerging telecommunications technology by reviewing current literature, talking with colleagues, participating in educational programs, attending meetings or workshops, or participating in professional organizations or conferences.
  • Prepare purchase requisitions for computer hardware and software, networking and telecommunications equipment, test equipment, cabling, or tools.
  • Use computer-aided design (CAD) software to prepare or evaluate network diagrams, floor plans, or site configurations for existing facilities, renovations, or new systems.

  • Conduct research to gain information about products or processes.
  • Create electronic data backup to prevent loss of information.
  • Develop models of information or communications systems.
  • Evaluate new technologies or methods.
  • Identify information technology project resource requirements.
  • Implement security measures for computer or information systems.
  • Install computer hardware.
  • Install computer software.
  • Maintain computer hardware.
  • Monitor the performance of computer networks.
  • Provide technical support for computer network issues.
  • Teach others to use computer equipment or hardware.
  • Test computer hardware performance.
  • Troubleshoot issues with computer applications or systems.
  • Update knowledge about emerging industry or technology trends.