Inside Plant Engineer I

About the Role

This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future. As an Inside Plant Engineer I on Spectrum's Inside Plant (ISP) team, you will troubleshoot and maintain Spectrum’s network, support product deployment, and ensure TQA and FCC compliance. You will work with cutting-edge technologies in critical infrastructure systems, RF, and IP technologies, applying problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering and operational support for new or existing technologies.
• Install, configure, and operate legacy or new headend equipment.
• Perform troubleshooting and assist with network resolution.
• Perform all daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly testing and logging per established company guidelines.
• Ensure all cabling, equipment installation, power, and cooling follow corporate standards.
• Maintain required logs, records, and other documentation in compliance with company and FCC (Federal Communications Commission) technical requirements.
• Create, submit, and implement approved methods of procedure and change management requests.
• Develop and implement network enhancements.

Working Conditions

• 24x7, fast-paced environment.
• Work indoors with exposure to continuous moderate noise near power systems.
• Must be able to work and travel in inclement weather and participate in an on-call rotation schedule.
• Ability to work while standing 50-70% of the time and to lift up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or related field, and/or equivalent work experience.
• Valid course completion from NCTI Fiber Installation & Activation course to be obtained within 6 months from start date for all external candidates and internal candidates outside of Network Technology Services.
• 3+ years of Headend Technician or electronics/network implementation experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License with a safe driving record.

Skills

• Knowledge of Critical Systems such as HVAC, Powering, and Generators, as well as RF and IP technologies.
• Experience with HFC design and optical test equipment (such as OTDR, Optical Spectrum Analyzer, Fiber Light Identifier, Optical Fiber Scope, and Optical Power Meter).
• Familiarity with Video Networking, IP & DOCSIS/CMTS.
• Ability to troubleshoot communication architectures, topologies, hardware, software, transmission, and signaling links and protocols.

Schedule

Shift desired: Mon-Fri, 12:00 am - 9:00 am.

Benefits

Spectrum offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package that supports all aspects of employees' well-being at every stage of life. This includes opportunities for employment and advancement, with a commitment to growing a workforce that reflects the customers and communities served.