HFC Engineer I: Network Design & Projects

Mediacom Communications; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

PTO

401K with match

Employee discounts

Job summary

Mediacom Communications in Springfield, MO is seeking an HFC Engineer I to manage HFC network design, upgrades, and documentation across plant, headend, hub, and relay sites. You will ensure accurate fiber and plant records and support ongoing projects.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Engineering or Computer Science, have 3–5 years in cable/telecom, and can travel. This role requires strong organizational and communication skills, willingness to work flexible hours, and a valid driver's

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science or equivalent industry experience required.
• 3-5 years cable television or telecommunications technical experience; at least 3 years as an advance Technician preferred
• Proficient knowledge of HFC plant, Optical Networks, MUX/ DEMUX technology, construction practices, and all associated equipment.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must be a flexible, independent, self motivated problem solver who can consistently work and enjoy a fast pace.
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to support multiple projects at once.
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work flexible hours including, evenings and weekends when required.
• Ability to travel to support system operations when required.

Responsibilities

• Provide design for port, node, and fiber deep segmentations completed to Mediacom system specifications.
• Assist Regional Staff who perform regular maintenance, repair, testing alignment, alterations and adjustment on all HFC project related equipment including, but not limited to, fiber optic transmitters, fiber optic receivers, other fiber optic equipment, digital headend equipment, air conditioning, power conditioning and other headend and plant equipment.
• Generate project documentation to include; design, material lists, system prints, construction documentation, and fiber documentation.
• Track network utilization in the HFC system and request design as directed by Management
• Provide updates to Regional Management and NFOG concerning status of designs, shipping, and project spending.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor

Skills

HFC knowledge

Optical networks

MUX/DEMUX tech

Construction practices

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Fiber optic equipment

Headend equipment

Job description

Mediacom Communications in Springfield, MO is seeking an HFC Engineer I to manage HFC network design, upgrades, and documentation across plant, headend, hub, and relay sites. You will ensure accurate fiber and plant records and support ongoing projects.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Engineering or Computer Science, have 3–5 years in cable/telecom, and can travel. This role requires strong organizational and communication skills, willingness to work flexible hours, and a valid driver's