Broadband Engineering Consultant

The following factors matter to us:

• You must be passionate about our mission and excited to work with a committed team of dynamic professionals to help state, local, and Tribal governments meet the technology, business, and policy needs of the broadband age.
• You must be highly accountable and demonstrate ownership of CTC’s work product and service delivery throughout the life of our engagements.
• You are an adaptable and enthusiastic problem solver with the ability to apply learned skills to support broadband policy, infrastructure funding and implementation, digital opportunity, grants management, or broadband mapping and data analysis.
• You are a strong communicator that treats your clients and coworkers with respect and kindness.
• You are self-directed, highly motivated, collegial, and excited to learn.
• You are comfortable working on multiple concurrent projects and collaborating with teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

This job is ideal for someone who is:

• Accountable – you understand the vital importance that trust, communication, and accountability play in service delivery, client relations, and performance management.
• Flexible – you enjoy tackling a variety of challenges and problems every day.
• Detail-oriented – you understand that developing and following standard procedures will save time and promote quality.
• Inquisitive – you enjoy exploring new topics and processes, asking insightful questions, and learning new skills.

Desired Expertise and Skills:

The following experience matters to us for this position (most or all of these is a plus):

• Must possess a valid Professional Engineer (PE) license in the state of California (required).
• You are able to act as lead consultant while demonstrating excellent judgement and assess the various needs of multiple clients and projects.
• You have at least 5 years of work experience with an engineering firm, with a broadband service provider, or with a broadband consulting firm.
• You have at least 5 years of work experience with engineering aspects of broadband network design and deployment in addition to project management and consulting experience.
• You possess in-depth knowledge of network infrastructure, such as fiber optics, and associated construction and design standards.
• Demonstrates a knowledge of the capabilities and costs of fiber-optic communication.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and data.
• You have at least 3 years of work experience in a consulting or analytical role.
• Familiarity with broadband funding programs and public-sector projects.

This position will include the following tasks:

• Acting as lead consultant, assessing the various needs of multiple clients and projects
• Exhibiting a thorough understanding of the broadband field and broadband engineering consulting
• Taking a creative approach to developing and improving design practices and design tools
• Demonstrating knowledge of the capabilities and costs of fiber-optic communication
• System-level designing and planning of physical plant and network electronics
• Preparing detailed technical reports, summaries, and delivering presentations
• Collaborating directly with clients, partners, and internal team members to ensure alignment of project goals and expectations
• Managing multiple active projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks, and managing deadlines
• Performing feasibility analyses
• Developing bid specifications and evaluating bids
• Providing technical mentoring and peer review support to junior engineers and colleagues to promote shared learning and quality assurance
• Documenting and improving internal processes, review templates, and data systems to enhance efficiency and consistency across projects
• Coordinating with ISPs, state agencies, and engineering firms to reconcile data, resolve design issues, and ensure project alignment

Education

A Bachelor’s and/or a Master’s degree in electrical engineering, computer science or related field (Preferred)

Required Qualifications

Must possess a valid Professional Engineer (PE) license in the state of California.

About the Company

CTC is an established 40-year-old, woman-owned consulting firm that’s in the midst of experiencing massive growth as clients large and small seek our help to guide them through this seminal moment in the history of broadband deployment where Congress has appropriated tens of billions of dollars to deploy broadband and connect low-income households to the modern economy.

CTC delivers best-in-class business and engineering consulting services to state and local governments, federal government agencies, and nonprofit partners. We help research, design, implement, and manage the most innovative broadband policies and programs in the country. Our approach is mission-driven as we’re true believers in the power of broadband and technology to transform communities and improve lives. We’re not here to just stack up billable hours; rather, we do this work because we know that the more connected our nation is the stronger it is. And the more connected people are the more opportunities they’ll have to better their lives. That’s why we’re always willing to go the extra mile for our clients - because our job is to help them fulfill their mission.

This attitude has been the lynchpin of CTC’s success. We have grown over the years into one of the most respected voices in broadband policies, engineering, and advocacy. We never compromise on the quality of the services we deliver, and we always work to do the right thing. As a result, state broadband offices and local governments across the country entrust us with their mission critical work.

Job Type: Full-time

Remote, US

• CTC Technology & Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or marital status.
• Compensation: Salary based on experience and education
• Please, no phone calls about this job
• Please do not contact job poster about other services, products, or commercial interests

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• engineering and/or telecommunications: 5 years (Required)
• working in a consulting environment or equivalent: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the state of CA (Required)

Work Location: Remote