Range · 1 day ago
Engineer
Range is a company that specializes in broadband construction and engineering. The Engineer will be responsible for planning and preparing drawings for new construction, coordinating with clients, and ensuring accurate record-keeping of engineering projects.
Information and Communications Technology (ICT)Information TechnologyInternetTelecommunicationsVoIP
Responsibilities
Prepare and design drawings and construction sheets for installation of broadband lines, cables, conduits, electronic equipment, customer premise equipment, and WAN elements
Utilize Auto Cad, GIS and M4 to draft copper/fiber schematics for splicing and connection to new facilities
Provide technicians and contractors with specifications on installation of network equipment
Coordinate with construction crews and contractors regarding construction scheduling and timelines
Coordinate with Network Engineers for the procurement and installation of electronics equipment
Identify, design, and coordinate the installation of access equipment, wireless, and other transmission systems
Prepare cost analysis on broadband projects, including calculation of costs for aid-to-construction
Create legal documents and exhibit drawings
Close work orders and audit inventory construction materials
Work closely with accounting to review invoices and verify units placed against proposed work orders
Work closely with other Engineers, Customer Relation Representatives, Facility Records, and Technicians to ensure accurate recording of addressing, land ownership, available facilities, and service capabilities on projects
Work with Purchasing and Warehouse Technicians to track material usage on projects, maintain material inventories, equipment ordering, and availability
Maintain minimum requirements for material needs for routine projects
Research County, State, and Federal records for new and existing easements and right of way
Contact private landowners to discuss new and existing easements or rights of way
Drafts descriptive drawings for easement and renewal 'Exhibits'
Procurement of permitting required for County, State, and Federal lands
Maintain contact with zoning, planning, and permitting agencies to stay abreast of revisions required for plant additions or rearrangements
Maintain records of customer information and plant facilities using software
Add structures to map when new projects and addresses are assigned
Map all new and verified cable routes, and above ground facilities (peds) when constructed
Update database records for all mapped structures and facilities
Verify all cable counts for mapped cables and splice in mapping program
Work closely with Plant, Construction, and Facilities Records Coordinators to ensure accuracy of record keeping
Assign cable counts to assist with preparing cut sheets for cutovers of outside plant facilities
Post as-built construction projects when completed
Retire old facilities with the Accounting Department
Aid in inventory management with Operations and Accounting Departments
As time permits, continue with map cleanup of incorrect or incomplete information, as needed
Participate in corporate and departmental meetings to develop procedures and standards related to engineering, mapping, recording, and reporting of plant-related facilities
Coordinate and review facility-based reports for State and Federal reporting agencies
Complete monthly safety and security requirements assigned by corporate departments
Attend all other required training and program change updates that affect the Engineering Department
Uphold and demonstrate your commitment to Range’s values in everything you do
Perform various administrative and engineering related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Successful completion of a High School diploma program or GED curriculum / exam (12th grade equivalent) or any other state recognized secondary education program
5 years' industry experience with computer aided drafting and mapping experience, outside plant and construction experience in broadband deployment projects
3-5 years of engineering experience
A valid, State issued, and insurable drivers' license
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in civil or electrical Engineering or related field