Director of Engineering

Ripple Fiber; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Competitive pay

Job summary

Eaton Fiber LLC in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Director of Engineering to lead and design the fiber network, oversee budgets, and drive development from ideation to execution. You will manage cross-functional teams, coordinate with government partners on subsidies, and advance strategic initiatives to deliver 40Gbps+ service, while fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.

You will report to the EVP of Engineering and guide strategy, budgets, and timelines for multiple projects,

Qualifications

• PE certification preferred.
• 10+ years in the telecommunications industry.
• 5+ years of management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• Knowledge of the telecommunications industry and its practices.
• Ability to lead and drive execution of projects.
• Strong communication across all departments and with vendors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of designing and building the fiber network.
• Prepare and manage the engineering department’s budget.
• Design strategies for future development projects based on company objectives and resources.
• Provide operational and network strategy support in interactions with government matters related to fiber deployment.
• Managing engineering projects end-to-end.
• Support the application process for subsidies for broadband deployment funding.
• Ensure the use of innovative technologies to maximize productivity and growth.
• Drive company culture and strategies to achieve business goals.
• Lead by example and foster open communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Budgeting

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Job description

Director of EngineeringEaton Fiber LLCCharlotte, North Carolina, United States (On-site)Eaton Fiber LLC is building a network with future-forward technologies, systems and network architecture that will be ultimately capable of delivering 40Gbps+ to customers. Eaton Fiber is a portfolio company of Tillman Global Holdings, a holding company focused on building premier digital infrastructure businesses globally. We have an incredible opportunity for a Director of Engineering in Charlotte, NC.About the roleWe are looking for a Director of Engineering to help us provide the best fiber internet to our customers. You will manage our infrastructure and ensure all systems operate securely and effectively. To be successful in this role, you should be confident managing a team while, at the same time, setting goals, budgets, and timelines for various projects. We also expect you to oversee all development plans from ideation to execution. This position will report to the EVP of Engineering.Responsibilities:· Lead and manage all aspects of designing and building the fiber network.· Prepare and manage the engineering department’s budget.· Design strategies for future development projects based on the company’s overall objectives and resources.· Provide operational and network strategy support in interactions with state and local government matters related to our fiber deployment.· Managing engineering projects end-to-end.· Support the application process for Federal, State and Local Municipality subsidies for broadband deployment funding.· Ensure we use innovative technologies that maximize our productivity and help our company grow.· Drive the company culture and strategies. Create strategies to achieve business goals such as increasing revenues, optimizing expenses, and developing a skilled, motivated, satisfied, and diverse workforce.· Lead by example in creating an environment that encourages open communication, sharing ideas and best practices, and building strong cross-functional relationships.· All other duties as assigned.Qualifications:· PE Certification preferred· Ten (10) or more years of experience in the telecommunications industry.· Five (5) or more years of management experience.· Bachelor’s degree in engineering or similar field preferred.· Knowledge of the telecommunications industry and its practices.· Ability to lead and drive execution of projects.· Strong communication skills across all departments in the organization as well as with vendors, professional contacts, and vendors.· Prior industry experience in large scale fiber deployments.We offer competitive pay, comprehensive health benefits, 401(k) with company match, and a supportive work environment where innovation and teamwork thrive. If you’re passionate about making a difference and being part of a community-focused company, please submit your resume, along with a cover letter for consideration.Eaton Fiber LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion, or sexual orientation. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Eaton Fiber LLC is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.