Director of Engineering, Fiber Network & Strategy

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

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,