Transport Engineer I/II

Job Description

Windstream Holdings, Inc., is a leading provider of advanced network communications and technology solutions for consumers, small businesses, enterprise organizations and carrier partners across the U.S.

• As Kinetic, Windstream offers bundled services, including premium broadband, security solutions, voice, and digital TV to consumers through an enhanced fiber network.
• Windstream Enterprise is a leading managed services provider providing strategic communications and security products to mid-size businesses and enterprise clients.
• Windstream Wholesale provides high-capacity, high-performance networking solutions and services to other telecom carriers, data centers, content providers and enterprises.

The Windstream team provides innovative software and network solutions to connect people and empower business in a world of infinite possibilities!

About the Role:

Windstream's Transport Engineer will be responsible for the engineering and design of DWDM systems. This will entail developing funding approval with project plans and requirements including cost estimates. It will also involve developing the scope of work including installation design packages, ordering materials, and monitoring expenditures to prevent overages. This role will be responsible for the overall project management of jobs to ensure they are on schedule and within budget through operations acceptance. The Transport Engineer will create the budget to actual variance reporting for assigned projects and will be responsible for the interpretation of industry and Windstream engineering processes, procedures, and standards. The incumbent will also analyze database records, circuit layout reports, and equipment records to determine and verify existing equipment or configurations.

What You'll Do:

Planning, scheduling, and reporting the progress of projects for which he/she is responsible

Work with fiber optic transmission equipment, remote terminals, alarming, synchronization, DC power, superstructure, and site layout

Fulfill expansion order activity for assigned projects, consistently manage and close tasks accurately and within required time frame

Create job packages which include technical instruction and method of procedures to provide to the installation group for installation of new equipment

Create and maintain inside plant site documentation

Report to the Staff Manager of Engineering

Do You Have?

An engineering degree (EE or ME preferred) or equivalent direct experience in detail and fiber optic system engineering

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Good organization and documentation skills

Project management experience

Technical writing skills

Intermediate skills with Excel, Visio, CAD (computer aided design), Word, and Access

Ability to manage high volume of projects ensuring all project goals and limits are met on all assigned projects

Ability to organize multiple tasks and priorities

Self-motivated, self-disciplined and possess interpersonal and team skills

Other duties may be assigned

Even Better:

Understanding of Metro-Ethernet, Long-haul and local transport, troubleshooting, detailed Method of Procedures, and Ethernet networks/services

Minimum Requirements:

College degree and 0-2 years related experience or 4 + years equivalent related Engineering/Technical experience or a combination of education and related Engineering/Technical experience required.

The starting compensation range for this job is $63,400 to $83,200.

Physical Tasks- Standing Occasionally: 0-33% | Walking Occasionally: 0-33% |Sitting Continuously: 67-100%

Driving: Car: Frequently: 34-66% | Climbing: Occasionally: 0-33% |Bending: Occasionally: 0-33% | Crouching: Occasionally: 0-33% | Pushing - Pulling: Occasionally: 0-33% | Carrying: Occasionally: 0-33% | Reaching Above Head: Occasionally: 0-33%

Lowering >1-15 lbs: Occasionally: 0-33% | >15-30 lbs: Occasionally: 0-33% | >30 lbs: Occasionally: 0-33%

Repetitive Hand Action: >Medium Dexterity: Continuously: 67-100% | >Fine Manipulating: Frequently: 34-66% |Operate Foot Control: Frequently: 34-66%

Audio Visual Needs - Hearing: Continuously: 67-100%| Near Vision: Continuously: 67-100%| Far Vision: Occasionally: 0-33% |Peripheral Vision: Occasionally: 0-33%| Depth Perception: Occasionally: 0-33% | Color Discrimination: Continuously: 67-100%

Equipment Used in Job Performance/Working Environment: Computer, Printer, Fax, Telephone, Basic Office Supplies, Copier, Vehicle

Exposures to: Cold: Occasionally: 0-33% | Heat: Occasionally: 0-33% | Dampness: Occasionally: 0-33% | Heights: Occasionally: 0-33% | Vibration: Occasionally: 0-33% | Skin Irritants: Occasionally: 0-33% | Lung Irritants: Dust: Occasionally: 0-33% | Fumes/Gases: Occasionally: 0-33%

Types of Driver's License Required: Driver's License

Our Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans
• 401K Plan
• Health & Flexible Savings Account
• Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans
• Educational Assistance Plan
• Identity Theft, Legal, Auto & Home and Pet Insurance
• https://windstreambenefits.com

Windstream CIB Statement:

Connecting people in a world of infinite possibilities. Windstream cultivates a workplace culture where innovation and belonging are the cornerstones of our success. We are dedicated to empowering every member of our team to contribute their unique talents and perspectives, fostering an environment where creativity and innovation flourish. Together, we strive to build a more welcoming and connected future, both within our organization and in the broader community we serve.

Our Employee Resource Groups:

• WinVets - Veteran Employee Resource Group
• WOW - Women Employee Resource Group
• WINPRIDE - LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group
• WBPN - Black Professional Resource Group
• WARG - Ability Resource Group
• LaFamilia -Hispanic Resource Group

Windstream is an equal opportunity employer. At Windstream, we celebrate the authenticity and uniqueness of our people and their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, protected veteran status, current military status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law, and to give full consideration to qualified disabled individuals and protected veterans. The diverse voices of our employees fuel our innovation and our inclusive culture. Employment at Windstream is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing.

Actual base pay for this job will depend on the candidate's primary work location and other factors, such as relevant skills and experience.