Network Engineer

Classification: Exempt / Non-Bargaining

This position may be located remote. #LI-Remote

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 design, Implement and maintain a robust data / broadband network. These networks will include management, voice, data and signaling networks. Performs job duties consistent within safety, legal, and regulatory requirements; company standards, culture and business practices. Acts with the highest level of business and personal ethical standards in all aspects of job performance.

• Develop detailed network and POP designs, optimizing existing network designs; documenting standards and training other team members.
• Project management; Writing method of procedure documents.
• Monitoring and Support of current network; Provide Tier IV tech support to Network Operations Center and other engineering teams; On-call support.
• Design, implement and manage engineering on multiple network element systems: Packet-mode/soft switches; Data/IP systems including Cisco/Juniper routers and switches, TDM and Ethernet based transport systems; and broadband access network elements (Metro-Ethernet, DSL, FTTH, DIA, etc.)
• Manage network capacity.
• Manage hardware inventory (production and spares).
• Manage IPv4/IPv6 inventories.
• Interact with other departments/functions in identification and resolution of network troubles as well as assisting in setting standards and policies to avoid future problems; Work in collaboration with Network Architecture, Access Network Engineering, OSP and CO Engineering, Sales Engineering, Technology Development, Planning, Information Technology, Network Operations and Local Operations personnel.
• Meet Networking Engineering objectives and goals in relation to customer service objectives, service level agreements, and regulatory obligations.
• Assist in supporting 7x24 hour manager on-call requirements.
• Contributes to departmental activities and programs by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
• Work with Vendors to knowledge share, expedite shipments and resolve network issues.
• Travel for meetings/projects in office and Datacenter/Central Office environment (Overnights likely will be required).

• In order to accomplish the essential duties of this position, the incumbent must have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications or Information Technology or related, equivalent experience.
• CCNP Certification or equivalent experience.
• Five (5) years Data/IP, switch, router and transport experience.
• SQL Database experience.
• Switch, Routing and Translations experience and demonstrated knowledge of MPLS, ISIS, MPBGP, L2VPN and L3VPN.
• Superior knowledge, skills, and experience with Cisco IOS, IOS-XR, and IOS-XE.
• Must have and display interpersonal, problem solving and conflict resolution skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and ability to perform in a rapidly changing environment.
• Working knowledge of MS Word, Visio, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Physical Demands & Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, and the work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The working environment is primarily that of an office environment, but at times work in and around operating ISP equipment is required.
Consolidated Communications reserves the right to change or revise duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This document is not a written or implied contract of employment.

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

Pay range (commensurate with skills and experience): $91,244 - $138,299

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.