Network Engineer

Classification: Exempt / Non-Bargaining

Join a team that offers growth potential, competitive compensation, an excellent benefits package and the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of customers and communities. Consolidated Communications is a best-in-class, top 10 U.S. fiber provider that delivers reliable fiber communications solutions to consumers and businesses. We are committed to providing meaningful work in a positive environment while connecting people and enriching how they work and live. At Consolidated, our employees make the difference. We welcome and value individuals from different cultures, with diverse life and work experiences and educational backgrounds.

The Network Engineer will be working in the Network Engineering Access organization. The Network Engineering Access team manages the following deployed network elements including but not limited to Fiber-To-The-Home, Metro-Ethernet, DSL, SHDSL, DC Power, DACS, TDM and SONET technologies. The successful incumbent will thrive on change but focus on the operational stability of the supported platforms.

The Network Engineer will be responsible for participating as an individual contributor in project teams, troubleshooting operational issues, providing technical solutions to operational problems, new product implementation, and implementing existing products and services. Interface with vendors, other engineering groups, and network operation team. Acts in compliance with industry and company technical requirements, standards, policies, and procedures. Provides technical leadership to technicians and project teams. Has in-depth experience, knowledge and skills in own discipline. Integrates knowledge of business and functional priorities. May lead teams or projects and shares expertise.

Other duties:

• Produce engineering notes and configuration files for projects.
• Provides guidance and recommended solutions to complex technical issues.
• Ensures projects are fully integrated into the operations environment.
• Assist operation groups as needed during test and turn up of projects.
• Analyzes data and metrics, identifies problem areas, and provides actionable insight to management.
• Provides input to Engineering group and vendors on defects and required enhancements.
• Contributes to design considerations for new products or architectural changes to existing products.
• Assists with or leads efforts to build new application infrastructure, coordinating efforts across teams.
• Serves as lead on multiple projects and ability to effectively prioritize those projects so that due dates are met.
• Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.
• Consistent and punctual attendance.

• Netcracker experience is a must
• Experience with DSLAM or CMTS technologies.
• Knowledge of ADSL, SHDSL, HDSL2/4 characteristics
• Knowledge of Ethernet technologies
• Knowledge of AC / DC power plant
• Knowledge of DACs and Multiplexers
• Knowledge of Outside Plant designs and architectures
• Experience with TDM/VoIP technologies
• Good computer skills
• Good documentation and communication skills

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, electronics, or related field or the equivalent in experience.
• 5-7 years' telephony experience, including equipment engineering

We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package:

• 401(k) matching
• Medical, Rx, Dental and Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid vacation and personal days
• Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Annual bonus program to eligible employee's based upon organization performance

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, familial status, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.