BrightSpeed
Overview
Brightspeed is searching for a Planning Engineer to join our team! As a Planning Engineer, your primary role will be supporting legacy voice (TDM) and our new VoIP (Voice over IP) platform encompassing fiber voice, SIP-trunking, and circuit emulation technology. The Planning Engineer will monitor and develop high-level plans for this platform and assist Engineering as they create detailed engineering designs with material and costing estimates and implement the design. Additional responsibilities will include general voice planning functions, such as SS7 and 911 routing and diversity verification, TDM switch consolidation and decommission, and other voice/switch planning functions. Preferred candidates should be experienced with TIRKS, and the full suite of Microsoft Office products. In this role you will provide instructional plans and guidance to support VoIP on the Converged Services Platform (CSP). In addition, you will interact with internal customers, vendors, suppliers and maintain open conversation with engineering and all company departments to provide a high-quality platform for Brightspeed customers.
Responsibilities
Guiding Engineering and Operations with defined plans for the implementation of new circuits and installation or modifications of existing facilities.
Preparing high-level plans and specifications.
Assuring that the most feasible, practical, and economical means to complete the work are considered and utilized
Providing cost data to support capital planning and budgeting
Collaborate with Engineering as they oversee the installation/construction and testing of plant facilities, in order to meet the required commitment dates
Assist with circuit design that interconnects the new platform with the legacy environment; TDM switches, Metro Ethernet devices, etc.
Monitor the VoIP platform and initiate changes and enhancements as needed.
Qualifications
Associate degree or equivalent education and relevant experience
5 to 8 years plus related experience in telecommunications, engineering, or network planning or equivalent
Knowledgeable and skilled in planning/engineering specifically with VoIP and TDM switching technologies.
Experience with VoIP routing and switching products, SIP Peering, Wholesale Interconnect, SS7 Trunks, and End Office Switch Replacement.
Understanding of switch technologies and protocols, along with layer 2 and layer 3 routing through the network.
Familiarity with Ribbon Neptune equipment.
Knowledgeable and able to work in appropriate systems and Microsoft Office.
Ability to work with Planning, Operations, Labs, all internal customers, maintain budget, and assist with forecasting budgets
Ability to maintain positive interaction between all governing authorities
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Why join us We aspire to contemporary ways of working. We are committed to being a leader in defining a new way to work because we recognize the changing mindset of today’s workforce. We are opening a new, state-of-the-art corporate HQ in Charlotte, NC and our current priority is to make it a truly vibrant destination by hiring talent in the greater Charlotte area who are interested in a hybrid remote/office work arrangement. We are open to providing sensible remote options to talent outside of the Charlotte area. Our purpose is to reimagine how people work, learn, play and connect.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
Our benefits and paid time off programs reflect our underlying belief in promoting overall wellness through physical, emotional and financial health. We are committed to building a team as diverse as the customers we serve.
Diversity, equity and inclusion
are at the center of our grounding belief in Being Real. When we bring our authentic selves to work, everyone is better as a result. A diverse team helps us be fierce advocates for more accessible, inclusive and high-quality internet, because we believe doing so promotes equity in the communities we serve.
Brightspeed is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Privacy notices : For all applicants, please take a moment to review our Privacy Notices:
Brightspeed’s Privacy Notice for California Residents
Brightspeed’s Privacy Notice
Recognized as a Top Workplace by the Charlotte Observer, Brightspeed HQ is located at Brightspeed HQ, with flexible remote/hybrid opportunities depending on position and business needs. We prioritize hiring talent in the Charlotte area where possible, but also accommodate remote roles when appropriate. We invest in technology to keep our team connected and deliver the best talent for the job, wherever they may be.
Inclusion and belonging
are at the center of our grounding belief in Being Real. When we bring our authentic selves to work, everyone is better as a result. A diverse team helps us be fierce advocates for more accessible, inclusive and high-quality internet, because we believe doing so promotes equity in the communities we serve.
Brightspeed is an Equal Opportunity Employer
that is committed to inclusion of all qualified individuals, including individuals with a disability/veterans. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application or to participate in the hiring process, please contact taaccommodationrequests@brightspeed.com to initiate the accommodations process.
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Brightspeed is searching for a Planning Engineer to join our team! As a Planning Engineer, your primary role will be supporting legacy voice (TDM) and our new VoIP (Voice over IP) platform encompassing fiber voice, SIP-trunking, and circuit emulation technology. The Planning Engineer will monitor and develop high-level plans for this platform and assist Engineering as they create detailed engineering designs with material and costing estimates and implement the design. Additional responsibilities will include general voice planning functions, such as SS7 and 911 routing and diversity verification, TDM switch consolidation and decommission, and other voice/switch planning functions. Preferred candidates should be experienced with TIRKS, and the full suite of Microsoft Office products. In this role you will provide instructional plans and guidance to support VoIP on the Converged Services Platform (CSP). In addition, you will interact with internal customers, vendors, suppliers and maintain open conversation with engineering and all company departments to provide a high-quality platform for Brightspeed customers.
Responsibilities
Guiding Engineering and Operations with defined plans for the implementation of new circuits and installation or modifications of existing facilities.
Preparing high-level plans and specifications.
Assuring that the most feasible, practical, and economical means to complete the work are considered and utilized
Providing cost data to support capital planning and budgeting
Collaborate with Engineering as they oversee the installation/construction and testing of plant facilities, in order to meet the required commitment dates
Assist with circuit design that interconnects the new platform with the legacy environment; TDM switches, Metro Ethernet devices, etc.
Monitor the VoIP platform and initiate changes and enhancements as needed.
Qualifications
Associate degree or equivalent education and relevant experience
5 to 8 years plus related experience in telecommunications, engineering, or network planning or equivalent
Knowledgeable and skilled in planning/engineering specifically with VoIP and TDM switching technologies.
Experience with VoIP routing and switching products, SIP Peering, Wholesale Interconnect, SS7 Trunks, and End Office Switch Replacement.
Understanding of switch technologies and protocols, along with layer 2 and layer 3 routing through the network.
Familiarity with Ribbon Neptune equipment.
Knowledgeable and able to work in appropriate systems and Microsoft Office.
Ability to work with Planning, Operations, Labs, all internal customers, maintain budget, and assist with forecasting budgets
Ability to maintain positive interaction between all governing authorities
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Why join us We aspire to contemporary ways of working. We are committed to being a leader in defining a new way to work because we recognize the changing mindset of today’s workforce. We are opening a new, state-of-the-art corporate HQ in Charlotte, NC and our current priority is to make it a truly vibrant destination by hiring talent in the greater Charlotte area who are interested in a hybrid remote/office work arrangement. We are open to providing sensible remote options to talent outside of the Charlotte area. Our purpose is to reimagine how people work, learn, play and connect.
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
Our benefits and paid time off programs reflect our underlying belief in promoting overall wellness through physical, emotional and financial health. We are committed to building a team as diverse as the customers we serve.
Diversity, equity and inclusion
are at the center of our grounding belief in Being Real. When we bring our authentic selves to work, everyone is better as a result. A diverse team helps us be fierce advocates for more accessible, inclusive and high-quality internet, because we believe doing so promotes equity in the communities we serve.
Brightspeed is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Privacy notices : For all applicants, please take a moment to review our Privacy Notices:
Brightspeed’s Privacy Notice for California Residents
Brightspeed’s Privacy Notice
Recognized as a Top Workplace by the Charlotte Observer, Brightspeed HQ is located at Brightspeed HQ, with flexible remote/hybrid opportunities depending on position and business needs. We prioritize hiring talent in the Charlotte area where possible, but also accommodate remote roles when appropriate. We invest in technology to keep our team connected and deliver the best talent for the job, wherever they may be.
Inclusion and belonging
are at the center of our grounding belief in Being Real. When we bring our authentic selves to work, everyone is better as a result. A diverse team helps us be fierce advocates for more accessible, inclusive and high-quality internet, because we believe doing so promotes equity in the communities we serve.
Brightspeed is an Equal Opportunity Employer
that is committed to inclusion of all qualified individuals, including individuals with a disability/veterans. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application or to participate in the hiring process, please contact taaccommodationrequests@brightspeed.com to initiate the accommodations process.
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