Professional Electrical Engineer

The Broadband Electrical Engineer is responsible for designing, analyzing, and implementing electrical and electronic systems that support broadband networks, including fiber optic, coaxial, and wireless infrastructure. This role ensures the safe, efficient, and reliable delivery of broadband services by integrating electrical engineering principles into telecommunications / broadband projects. This is a hybrid position with travel (approximately 40%) to project sites, client locations, and partner facilities

Communication Network Engineering (CNE) is uniquely focused on client success. As a 100% employee-owned company, we know we can only succeed. Our employees promote a positive, team-oriented culture, where employees are allowed to explore their talents and work on challenging, rewarding projects. We take pride in the long-term relationships we've built with our clients because we know they only come through mutual trust and respect. Our work makes a tangible difference in people's lives, as we bring them the technology they need to thrive in the modern world.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the engineering design and review of broadband electrical and electronic systems, including fiber optic networks, power distribution, and grounding systems. Ensure all designs meet industry codes, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
• Provide technical oversight for site surveys, permitting, construction, and deployment activities.
• Prepare and modify reports, funding applications, construction schedules, environmental reports, permits, engineering calculations, designs, drawings, specifications, cost estimates and contracts for broadband deployment projects.
• Perform load calculations, grounding design, and protection coordination for electrical and electronic systems supporting broadband equipment.
• Conduct field inspections to verify quality, safety, and compliance with engineering plans.
• Collaborate with project managers, field technicians, contractors, and utility providers to resolve technical issues.
• Provide stamped engineering approvals for designs, tests, and as-built documentation as required.
• Support RUS and grant-funded broadband projects with compliant engineering documentation.
• Maintain accurate project records, reports, and engineering files.
• Assist in client and citizen contact and communication pertaining to specific projects, including attending project meetings.
• Assist in business development efforts including but not limited to attending conferences, public speaking engagements, marketing, and potential client visits.
• Evaluate existing technologies to make recommendations to clients regarding which technologies are appropriate for their application.
• Coordinate with service providers and clients to troubleshoot network issues.
• Provide configuration assistance with electronic equipment including (but not limited to) access equipment, routers, switches, and servers.
• Conduct DC power plant and grounding designs/audits.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering preferred, but Civil, Construction Management, Mechanical or related field considered.
• Registered Professional Engineer licensure with ability to obtain licensure in other states as needed
• 6 years prior experience with 2 years of experience post-PE licensure in engineering, preferably in broadband/telecommunications, utilities, or related industries
• Strong knowledge of NEC, IEEE standards, grounding/bonding practices, and electrical safety codes
• Familiarity with broadband technologies (fiber optic systems, DOCSIS, wireless, IP networking) is highly desirable
• Proficiency in CAD and ArcGIS
• Strong knowledge of fiber optic systems, OSP/ISP broadband deployment, and utility coordination
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft suite of products
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable
• Available to travel up to 20%; depending on seasonal business requirements

PREFERRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with FTTH (Fiber-to-the-Home) design and deployment.
• Preferred experience in pole modeling software such as Ocalc
• Knowledge of renewable energy integration (solar, backup generation) into broadband infrastructure
• Familiarity with grant-funded broadband projects (RUS ReConnect, BEAD, NTIA)
• Experience mentoring junior engineers or reviewing third-party engineering work
• Familiarity with IT/cyber security work/knowledge
• Salesforce knowledge

The culture at Communication Network Engineering, Inc. is built on our shared core values- Professional, Relationship- Driven, Adaptable, Accountable, and Tenacious.

• Professional means the sum of integrity, honesty, and truth (candor). There is no amount of money nor personal gain that is ever worth betraying trust.
• Relationship-driven means we actively and authentically engage with others to build open, honest, and respectful relationships.
• Adaptable means we are strategic and embrace a growth mindset; but remain flexible and open to change on ways to improve and work more efficiently.
• Accountable means we always have both feet in- we see what needs to be done and do it without needing to be asked.
• Tenacious means we persevere and have a thirst for achieving excellence. We don't believe in mediocrity.

These values differentiate how we successfully do what we do. We hire, separate, review, reward, and recognize our teammates based on these characteristics, so it's important that you share these values to be part of our team.

SALARY RANGES VARY BY STATE, BASED ON COST-OF-LIVING ESTIMATES OF THE BASE WORK LOCATION.
North Dakota, Colorado, and Minnesota salary grades are included in this range. Beyond work location, within this range, individual pay is also determined by factors such as education, experience, credentials and job-related skills. Position is also eligible for participation in additional incentive compensation programs not included in this range. Total range = $70,000 - $125,000.

Education

• Bachelors or better in Engineering

Licenses & Certifications

• Professional Engineer

Skills

• CAD-Civil 3D

Behaviors

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject

Motivations

• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Equal Opportunity Employer
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