Lead Network Engineer Fulltime

About Lumen

Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications – quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up – committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress. We’re invested in providing the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Apply now to continue digitally connecting the world and shaping the future.
The Role

This role interacts with Architecture (Transport and IP), Planning, Operations, Lab, and Systems (NSD, alarming) to implement equipment and designs necessary to evolve the worldwide Internet backbone. It needs the ability to research and write requirements to test hardware and software to ensure interoperability and validation of features, functions, and behavior. It applies advanced engineering and network principles, theories, concepts, and technologies to solve unusually complex problems and issues. This position interacts with and drives vendor requirements, resolution of bug fixes, code upgrades, and vendor development as necessary. It also resolves difficult production/interoperability problems by working with cross-functional teams and applying advanced engineering and network principles, theories, and concepts. Regarded as a subject matter expert and may act as a technical project lead or provide leadership for lower-level employees. This role needs self-motivation with problem-solving capabilities, a sense of urgency, and accountability.

The Main Responsibilities
• Preparation of Telecommunication Equipment Installation Guidelines
• Creates detailed wiring and engineering diagrams in CAD/GIS-based systems.
• Train Field Installation teams on installation best practices for Inside Plant and CPE equipment
• Recommends next-generation AC/DC power plants, general iron/framework, ISP/OSP cabinets, and ISP/OSP fiber cable and equipment, including technical evaluation, economic benefit justification, and approval through senior leadership.
• Articulates and coordinates new product introduction to peer business and technical organizations.
• Project manages new product introduction through initial installation phase and Tier 3 support for AC/DC Power plants issues.
• Performs data analytic meantime between failure (MTBF) studies on equipment performance and recommends remediation course of action. Also, authors high-level and low-level equipment policy documents and policy/procedure installation documents

What We Look For in a Candidate

Required Qualifications:
• Minimum 4 years, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering degree or 7 years of equivalent practical experience.
• Highly knowledgeable of DC and AC power principles and the NEC code
• Proficiency in NEBS and OSHA is strongly preferred.
• Understanding of Telecommunication protocols: TL1, SNMP, and CLI
• Strong technical writing skills
• Drafting skill proficiency in CAD-based systems, Canvas, AutoCAD, and Visio preferred.
• Ability to be a strong individual contributor and work in a highly functioning team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Versed in cloud document storage programs: Sharepoint, Wiki, Teams

Compensation

The starting salary for this role differs based on the employee’s primary work location. Employees typically do not start at the top of the range, though compensation depends on each individual’s qualifications.

Location Based Pay Ranges

$104360 – $139140 in these states: CO

As with the pay range variety that’s based on the region of a country, specific offers are determined by various factors such as experience, education, skills, certifications and other business needs.

Requisition #: 333642

Background Screening

If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page. Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Equal Employment Opportunities

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, “protected statuses”). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.

Disclaimer

The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.
Salary Range
Salary Min :

104360

Salary Max :

139140

This information reflects the base salary pay range for this job based on current national market data. Ranges may vary based on the job’s location. We offer competitive pay that varies based on individual experience, qualifications and other relevant factors. We encourage you to apply to positions that you are interested in and for which you believe you are qualified. To learn more, you are welcome to discuss with us as you move through the selection process.

Please be advised that Lumen does not require any form of payment from job applicants during the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings will be posted on our official website or communicated through official company email addresses. If you encounter any job offers that request payment in exchange for employment at Lumen, they are not for employment with us, but may relate to another company with a similar name.

Application Deadline
08/19/2024

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