LHH

Engineering Assistant

Tysons, District of Columbia, US

Role snapshot

LHH is hiring a Engineering Assistant on a full-time basis. This is a role based in Tysons, District of Columbia, US.

Company
LHH
Location
Tysons, District of Columbia, US
Job type
Full-time
Experience
1–3 years
Posted
Nov 1, 2026

Who this role suits

People with roughly one to three years of experience who can own small pieces of work with light guidance and want to widen their scope.

How to prepare your application

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About the role

Engineering Assistant

Location: Tysons Corner, VA

Industry: Telecommunications

Position Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

Our client, a growing telecommunications and technology solutions provider in the Tysons Corner, VA area, is seeking an Engineering Assistant to support engineering, project management, and network deployment teams. This role is ideal for someone with strong technical aptitude, excellent organizational skills, and an interest in telecommunications infrastructure, fiber optic networks, wireless systems, and technology projects.

The Engineering Assistant will help coordinate engineering documentation, support project execution, maintain technical records, and assist with the planning and implementation of telecom infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist engineers and project managers with telecommunications infrastructure projects.
  • Prepare, organize, and maintain engineering documentation, drawings, specifications, and project records.
  • Support design and deployment activities for fiber optic, wireless, DAS, small cell, and network systems.
  • Coordinate permit applications, utility clearances, and project submittals.
  • Review engineering drawings and identify discrepancies or missing information.
  • Track project schedules, milestones, and engineering deliverables.
  • Maintain databases related to network assets, equipment, and project status.
  • Assist with AutoCAD, GIS, and other engineering software updates.
  • Coordinate with municipalities, utility providers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
  • Generate reports, spreadsheets, and project documentation for management and clients.
  • Support procurement efforts by tracking equipment orders and vendor deliveries.
  • Participate in project meetings and maintain meeting minutes and action items.
  • Assist with field inspections and site documentation as needed.
  • Ensure compliance with company, customer, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

Required

  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, Construction Management, Technology, or related field.
  • 1-3 years of experience supporting engineering, telecommunications, utilities, construction, or infrastructure projects.
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • Excellent organizational and document management skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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