Manager, Engineering - Corporate Field Operations

This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.
Responsible for providing direction and leadership to designated staff. Maintain product integrity and oversee engineering initiatives. Coordinate and collaborate with Construction, Dispatch, Warehouse, Technical Operations and Care operations to ensure optimal customer experience. Responsible for purchasing, budgeting, deployment of new products, assisting with capital projects and the hiring, training, development, and performance management of staff.

• Actively and consistently supports all efforts to simplify and enhance the customer experience.
• Provide overall direction for all areas of engineering support for system locations regarding new and existing technologies and current operating standards.
• Consult with managers regarding technical operations and strategic planning of rebuilds, network operations and dispatch, new product development and deployment.
• Evaluate and consult with managers regarding construction projects, capital budget items and equipment requirements.
• Provide quality assurance support and direction to engineering staff regarding new or existing technologies, company technical quality assurance (TQA) standards.
• Maintains good relations with local utilities, vendors, contractors, and government agencies.
• Monitor and provide guidance in the capital budget process to ensure projects are cost effective, completed on time, and on budget.
• Monitor current procedures and tests performed in accordance with FCC standards to ensure compliance.
• Develop an effective front line Leadership team and assist them with developing their direct reports as to drive a high-performance culture and environment.
• Establish positive employee relations through effective communication and ongoing support.
• Adhere to industry specific local, state, and federal regulations, as applicable.
• Know, understand, and follow company policy.
• Perform other duties as requested by manager.

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems while working under pressure
• Ability to prioritize and organize effectively
• Ability to provide coaching and counseling when necessary
• Ability to supervise and motivate others
• Ability to use personal computer and software applications (i.e. word processing, spreadsheet, etc.)
• Knowledge of company products and services
• Knowledge of Electronic theory, Federal Communications Commission regulations and Fiber Optic theory
• Demonstrated leadership qualities with proven ability to provide effective, results oriented direction
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record within Company required standards

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
• Industry and vendor specific certifications and training (NCTI, SCTE, BCT/E)

• 1+ year Project Management work experience preferred
• 2+ years of related supervisory experience preferred
• 5+ years of Engineering experience preferred
• HFC and Networking experience preferred.

• Project Management work experience - 1+
• Engineering experience - 5+
• HFC and Networking experience
• Management or leadership experience - 2+

• Office environment
• Exposure to moderate noise levels
• 50% Travel Required