Broadband Engineering Consultant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Assist in broadband consulting projects for state broadband offices, municipalities, and various public-sector clients.

• Evaluate and analyze broadband network-related data and accompanying documentation.

• Examine broadband serviceable locations, project areas, and relevant datasets utilizing spreadsheets, GIS tools, software platforms, and technical documents.

• Assess fiber, PON-based systems, DOCSIS, along with fixed and mobile wireless technologies.

• Aid in the technical evaluation of broadband grant applications and program materials.

• Support verification and challenge processes by assessing ISP-submitted evidence and documenting findings.

• Create technical memoranda, issue logs, comparative analyses, summary reports, presentations, and other client-facing outputs.

• Assist clients and project teams with assumptions regarding broadband deployment, cost and scheduling factors, serviceability challenges, and distinctions in technology.

• Coordinate and assist field teams engaged in broadband validation tasks.

• Provide daily technical support and collaborate with project managers, analysts, GIS personnel, and field staff.

• Engage in internal and client meetings, presenting technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Carry out other assigned responsibilities.

⛳️ Requirements

• 4–8 years of experience in broadband, telecommunications, network systems, GIS and mapping workflows, infrastructure analysis, technical consulting, or public-sector broadband program assistance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline with at least 4–6 years of broadband network design/engineering, primarily in a consulting capacity.

• In-depth knowledge of broadband technologies, including fiber and fixed wireless systems.

• Familiarity with PON (GPON/XGS-PON), DOCSIS concepts, wireless network infrastructure, technologies, and spectrum utilization.

• Capability to interpret technical documentation, network-related materials, broadband availability and serviceability data, and ISP-submitted program information.

• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines simultaneously.

• Occasional travel may be necessary.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) Retirement Plan.

• Health Savings Account (HSA).

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

• Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.

• Opportunities for professional and personal development.

• Generous paid time off.

• Commuter and wellness benefits.