Senior Broadband Network Engineer (Remote)

JOB DESCRIPTION

WHO WE ARE

Michael Baker International is a leading provider of architectural, engineering and consulting services , including design, planning, environmental, construction and program management. The company provides its comprehensive range of services and solutions to support U.S. federal, state, and municipal governments, foreign allied governments, and a wide range of commercial clients. Michael Baker’s more than 3,000 employees across nearly 100 locations are committed to a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technological advancement to help solve challenges for clients and communities throughout the country. To learn more, visit https://mbakerintl.com/ .

DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a skilled and experienced Broadband Network Engineer. The candidate must have extensive consulting experience or demonstrate exceptional proficiency working directly with state and local government clients. Must be proficient in designing fiber optic networks, with working knowledge of wireless broadband networks and satellite networks. The role involves working closely with clients, creating and assessing broadband designs, integrating GIS elements, and ensuring compliance with federal funding programs such as Broadband, Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) and the Capital Projects Fund (CPF). Field work includes verifying that installations meet design specs and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

· Design and develop comprehensive network plans and cost projections for wired, primarily fiber optic, broadband infrastructure to support client decision making, construction procurement, and eventual construction

· Assess and evaluate broadband network designs to ensure technical feasibility and sustainability. Confer with managers and other technical staff to determine assistance required in any plan preparation, evaluation of project conditions, recommended design changes, and reports

· Evaluate broadband network costs in relation to design specifications and program regulatory requirements

· Develop methods for, oversee, and conduct field work to verify and/or test network installations. Analyze collected data to validate the networks meet performance requirements and complies with federal and state program regulatory requirements.

· Coordinate closely with clients and be able to defend the feasibility of network evaluations and network designs; ensure client satisfaction

· Collaborate with GIS specialists to incorporate geospatial data into network designs and field validation tools and materials; familiarity with ArcGIS tools

· Create work plans and schedules for validating the performance of broadband infrastructure. Coordinate with internet service providers on validation efforts

· Understand and assess permit requirements for network designs, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations including state and federal (NEPA and NHPA) environmental and historical preservation regulations

· Perform research to support project tasks. Stay up-to-date with changes in regulations and standards related to broadband network design and permitting

· Perform calculations and analyses to support project objectives. Perform quality control procedures

· Provide technical guidance to client or other project personnel

· Prepare and present technical and project/program information to team members, management, and clients

· Provide technical support and guidance to project teams regarding broadband network design and deployment. Collaborate with other project and team members

· Occasional to moderate travel required

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

· Must have experience designing fiber optic networks

· Must have consulting experience with local, state, or federal agencies

· Technical knowledge of broadband with an in-depth understanding of fiber optic, fixed and mobile wireless, cable, satellite, and other telecommunications networks.

· Proficiency with network design software and tools

· Familiarity with GIS and integrating geospatial elements into designs.

· Knowledge of the technical aspects of the federal funding requirements for IIJA BEAD and CPF programs. Ability to interpret and apply regulatory requirements

· Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and collaboration skills

· Proven track record of effective communication, both written and verbal, complemented by strong presentation skills. Ability to engage with internal teams, clients, subconsultants, and vendors. Be prepared to share materials

· Creative thinker with the capacity to conceptualize innovative solutions

· Proficiency in the Microsoft Suite of tools, including Teams

· A professional attitude with a strong passion for contributing to the advancement of America’s information infrastructure, leveraging expertise in wireline and wireless communications technologies

Preferred Qualifications:

· Knowledge of ESRI/ArcGIS tools

Education and Certifications:

· Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Computer Science with 4-6 years of broadband network design/engineering primarily as a consultant

· Certifications in network engineering design or related fields preferred

Compensation:

The approximate compensation range for this position is $85,000 to $134,000. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

ABOUT US

Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 80 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.

We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.

We Make a Difference.

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.*

ABOUT THE TEAM

GEOSPATIAL/SURVEYING PRACTICE

We are a national leader in implementing straightforward approaches to development and deployment of scalable enterprise Geospatial Information Technology (GIT) solutions. Michael Baker International has differentiated itself and expanded its capabilities by using the latest technologies. For example, we use aerial, static and mobile Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) systems that accurately determine range, elevation, and other critical mapping data. With hundreds of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), survey, mapping and IT professionals in our Geospatial Practice across North America, Michael Baker International possesses in-house experience and resources to support all elements of your program needs, including: needs analysis, digitizing/data conversion, customized mapping applications, and systems documentation, implementation, and training.