Director of Engineering

Ripple Fiber•Charlotte, NC
•Onsite

About The Position

Eaton Fiber LLC is building a fiber network using future-forward technologies, systems, and network architecture, ultimately capable of delivering 40Gbps+ to customers. Eaton Fiber is a portfolio company of Tillman Global Holdings, a holding company focused on building premier digital infrastructure businesses globally. The Director of Engineering will help provide fiber internet to customers by managing infrastructure and ensuring systems operate securely and effectively. The role leads a team and sets goals, budgets, and timelines for projects, overseeing development plans from ideation through execution. This position is based at the South Park Home Office in Charlotte, North Carolina, and reports to the EVP of Engineering.

Requirements

  • Ten or more years of experience in the telecommunications industry.
  • Five or more years of management experience.
  • Knowledge of the telecommunications industry and its practices.
  • Ability to lead and drive project execution.
  • Strong communication skills across departments and with vendors and professional contacts.
  • Prior industry experience in large-scale fiber deployments.

Nice To Haves

  • Professional Engineer (PE) certification.
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a similar field.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage all aspects of designing and building the fiber network.
  • Prepare and manage the engineering department’s budget.
  • Design strategies for future development projects based on the company’s overall objectives and resources.
  • Provide operational and network strategy support in interactions with state and local governments regarding fiber deployment.
  • Manage engineering projects end-to-end.
  • Support applications for federal, state, and local municipality subsidies for broadband deployment funding.
  • Ensure the company uses innovative technologies that maximize productivity and support growth.
  • Drive company culture and strategies, including strategies to increase revenue, optimize expenses, and develop a skilled, motivated, satisfied, and diverse workforce.
  • Lead by example in fostering open communication, sharing ideas and best practices, and building strong cross-functional relationships.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay.
  • Comprehensive health benefits.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Supportive work environment where innovation and teamwork thrive.
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