Network Specialist I - Broadband Systems Engineering

TDS Telecom•, Remote Location

6d•$70,500 - $114,500•Remote

About The Position

As a Network Specialist I – Broadband Systems Engineering, you will assess infrastructure requirements, including space, AC/DC power, batteries, cooling, and racking and determine optimal solutions that balance cost, site priority, and resiliency needs. In this role, you will partner closely with Architecture, OSP, BSE, and other cross-functional teams to respond quickly to project demands and support key network initiatives. You will maintain a strong understanding of the current state of the TDS network, including its capabilities and ongoing upgrade efforts, and ensure facilities are properly designed to support these programs and services. This position requires the ability to develop high-level designs and cost estimates efficiently, as well as produce detailed engineering packages when needed. The ideal candidate will bring in-depth to expert-level knowledge of AC and DC power systems, generators and ATS, grounding and lightning arresting, DC battery plants, uninterruptible power systems (UPS), HVAC systems, steel superstructures and overhead racking, and space management. Success in this role also requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to design solutions that align with applicable codes and industry standards. This position has the ability to work remotely in any of the 40+ States in which TDS Telecom operates. This position can be hired at a Network Specialist I – Broadband Systems Engineering (requisition ID #2026-29606) or Network Specialist II – Broadband Systems Engineering (requisition ID #2026-29586) level depending on the skills and qualifications of the candidate. Different job postings exist for each of these positions. Please reference each job posting for the minimum qualifications required for each role and submit an application for each level that you are both interested and qualified for.

Requirements

Associate degree (or higher) –OR- 2+ years professional work experience.
3+ years experience in Voice, Data, or Video networking.
Must have and maintain a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and insurance

Nice To Haves

CATV Headend experience
Telecom Central Office experience
Tier 3-4 Data Center experience
Experience in encoding, combiner plants, cmts management, multicast and ethernet routing
Experience in switching, and transport
Excellent leadership, customer relations, and communication skills
Thorough understanding of Telecommunications industry and principles
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Excellent written and oral communication skills
PC database, spreadsheet, and word processing skills
Ability to work in a cooperative and courteous manner with diverse work groups

Responsibilities

Provide high level and detailed design and engineering input for all types of projects, including estimated capital costs, and allocations of those costs when needed.
Collaboratively prioritize work as needed to handle Expedites and Jeopardy situations in a timely manner.
Select and support and manage internal engineering contractors and external engineering vendors.
Partner with OSPE to create a seamless Engineering function in the Implementation pipeline.
Work with vendors to obtain quotes and issue purchase orders as necessary.
Work with Technology Development to update and maintain Standards as necessary.
Manage the Engineering process and workflow for continuous improvement; monitor internal customer feedback and conduct internal review sessions to ensure engineering output is consistent and high quality.