ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
Updated: Jun 04, 2025 - The Engineering Technologist has experience in telecommunications OSP engineering with expertise in CSA and BC Hydro standards, pole loading modeling using PLS-CADD, Quick Pole, or SPIDACalc, and field data collection with IK4 devices. This position requires proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, and ArcGIS for design and permitting, with strong knowledge of OSP placement methods and aerial support structure engineering. The technologist is highly detail-oriented and organized, demonstrating excellent project management, communication, and stakeholder collaboration skills while delivering projects within budget and timeline targets.
Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Engineering Technologist Resume
- Telecommunications OSP Engineering
- CSA Standard Knowledge
- Pole Loading Modeling
- PLS-CADD
- Quick Pole
- SPIDACalc
- Field Data Collection
- AutoCAD
- MicroStation
- ArcGIS Pro
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Decision-Making
- Adaptability
- Organization
- Stakeholder Collaboration
- Project Management
Summary of Engineering Technologist Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume
1. BS in Computer Engineering with 3 years of Experience
- Maintenance experience at a manufacturing facility.
- The ability to read and redline mechanical and electrical drawings.
- Experience with PLC (Siemens preferred), Safety PLC (Sick), Servo Drives, Motors, Profibus/Fieldbus/Ethernet communication.
- Experience with robotic applications including point teaching and troubleshooting.
- Strong electrical troubleshooting skills.
- Proficient digital literacy with MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and MS Project or related software.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience in edge computing, embedded computing, or IoT along with both the hardware and software platforms used in the industry.
- Ability to take very technical concepts and translate them into layman's terms and business outcomes
2. BS in Telecommunications Engineering with 5 years of Experience
- Specialized and extensive knowledge of engineering principles gained through long and varied work experience in the field of specialty
- Experience in a softgoods lab environment with an emphasis on softgoods design and fabrication
- Demonstrated capability to independently devise solutions to complex design problems by their efforts, and by soliciting inputs from other technical experts
- Expertise in a wide range of hands-on fabrication - sewing machines, laser cutters, fabric welders, 3D printers, band saws, drills, etc.
- Demonstrated success working with a team
- Proficiency in utilizing Adobe, AutoCAD, and Rhino CAD software
- Experience in aerospace product design processes including the ability to read, understand, and create fabrication drawings
- Experience with fabricating processes for prototyping and flight of soft good products
- Experience in Adobe, AutoCAD, and Rhino CAD software
- Familiar with the NASA/JSC Softgoods design and development and JETS Engineering Life Cycle processes
- Ability to communicate and work well with others in a multi-disciplined environment.
3. BS in Mechanical Engineering with 4 years of Experience
- Proficient with mechanical and electrical shop tools for test article preparation and/or prototype development
- Must have the ability to work independently as well as with a team of Physicists, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers, and other technicians
- Excellent problem-solving skills, and must be meticulous, organized, responsible, and self-motivated with a can-do attitude
- Must possess strong communication skills
- Must thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Experience working with MS Office
- Experience drawing development and maintenance using CAD software (Solidworks, Rhino, and Viso)
- Working knowledge of composite materials, Additive Manufacturing, adhesives, coatings, etc.
- Experience with optical instrumentation
- Experience working in LabView operation or programming
4. BS in Software Engineering with 1 year of Experience
- Basic understanding of SCADA and ICS.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent teamwork skills and acceptable to change
- Willingness to self-start
- Comfortable questioning day-to-day tasks for improvements
- Ability to thoroughly document work processes and strictly adhere to processes
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills (listening, conflict management, approachability, negotiations)
- Experience working in a SCADA support role
- Demonstrated capability to work with little management oversight and must have strong personal initiative
- General networking understanding
5. BS in Civil Engineering with 6 years of Experience
- Experience in a build and/or manufacturing environment
- Experience working with high-voltage systems
- Able to correctly crimp pins, de-pin connectors, and correctly solder PCB components
- A fast learner, creative problem-solver, and adaptable to changing needs, timelines, and processes
- Experience in mechanical hardware and/or electrical wiring
- Previous experience working within the autonomous vehicle industry
- Experience building prototypes
- Strong mechanical aptitude to comprehend complex technical issues
- Familiarity with CAN networks and vehicle system architectures
- Ability to read and understand electrical schematics
- Knowledge of 5S methodology
- Savvy knowledge of software tools such as TechStream, Slack, JIRA, and Google Docs
- Understanding of Toyota/Lexus vehicle assembly processes
- Experience with NHTSA Levels 2-5 Autonomous vehicles
- IPC-A-620 training or certification
6. BS in Electrical Engineering with 7 years of Experience
- Experience working within telecommunications OSP engineering.
- Strong understanding of CSA standard CC22.3 No. 1-15 (Overhead Systems) and ability to PLS-CADD, Quick Pole, or SPIDACalc for pole loading modeling and analysis.
- Strong understanding of BC Hydro ES43-C4-01 and ES43-C2-04 standards
- Ability to use an IK4 device to pick necessary pole data from the field for pole loading analysis.
- Ability to use AutoCAD with specialized toolsets (MAP 3D and Raster design toolset), MicroStation, and ArcGIS Pro/ArcMap to create plans, prepare designs, or redline permits to permitting authority specifications.
- Good working knowledge of OSP placement methods and experience in aerial support structure engineering or construction.
- Able to read work prints, and understand and interpret permit requirements.
- Highly detail-oriented, self-starter individual with excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Able to stay organized and maintain a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment.
- A good team player who can maintain excellent customer relationships and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
- Willing to take ownership of a project, able to make reasoned and sound decisions.
- Possesses excellent project management and time management skills across multiple projects simultaneously meeting budget and timeline targets.
7. BS in Civil Engineering with 10 years of Experience
- Experience programming, start-up, check-out, commissioning and troubleshooting of complex automation solutions
- Experience in Electrical control system design, PLC programming and troubleshooting, Robot programming and troubleshooting
- Strong Microsoft Office skills
- Proficient knowledge of the following software packages - Allen Bradley RS Logix 500, Studio 5000, Factory Talk View Studio, Robot Studio, Omron CS-Programmer, Omron NT-series Support Tool
- Understand and apply ladder logic principles including sequencer, higher-level PLC commands, Structured Text, and Advanced HMI usage.
- Ability to create and modify electrical drawings, process and instrumentation diagrams, and schematics
- Exposure to configuring communication bus architectures using Ethernet and Device Net
- Considerable knowledge of the National Standards of Canada, CSA Machine Standards such as Z432-16 Safeguarding of Machinery, Z434-14 Industrial Robots and Robot Systems, etc.
- Experience with the design and integration of machine safety circuits, safety PLC, and applications (GuardLogix, ABB Pluto, Pluto Manager, Safemove)
- Relevant experience with motion control architectures, Servo, and VFD.
- Experience with Data Tracking using Barcode Scanners or RFID
- Considerable knowledge of the use of electrical devices (i.e., proximity switches, photo sensors, laser measurement sensors, vision cameras, load cells, LVDTs, signal conditioners, etc.)
- Ability to read and understand technical documents, schematic design specification
- Experience leading Controls Technicians or Equivalent
- Excellent communication skills both written and oral, with solid analytical and problem-solving skills
- Must be willing to travel