Planning Engineer

Davita Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 66,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the telecommunications sector is seeking a Planning Engineer II responsible for resolving capacity issues and managing costs within their Access Assurance team. This work-from-home role requires strong analytical, decision-making, and negotiation skills, with a focus on improving service delivery and operational efficiency. Join a team dedicated to driving business growth and enjoy a competitive salary with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Bonus structure

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience or 2-3 years with a Master's Degree.
• Proficient in MS Excel and strong data analysis capabilities.
• Experience in vendor coordination and negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Resolve complex access jeopardy issues while adhering to SLAs.
• Negotiate with vendors for accurate order solutions.
• Conduct root cause analysis to improve efficiencies.

Skills

Data analysis

Negotiation

Communication

Decision-making

Accountability

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

About Lumen

Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications - quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up - committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress.

We're looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future.

The Role

ThePlanning Engineer IIwithin Lumen's Access Assurance Jeopardy Resolution Team is primarily responsible for resolving jeopardy and capacity issues. Additionally, this role involves managing NetEx costs, driving proactive margin improvements, fielding ad hoc inquiries, performing detailed analyses, and executing necessary changes to support the Access Assurance Program within the Access Management Organization.

Location

This is a work from home position within the U.S.

The Main Responsibilities

• Quickly and accurately resolve complex (Tier 2+) access jeopardy issues impacting off-net orders, while adhering to team SLA and process standards in support of service delivery to customers.
• Support the team's financial target through direct cost avoidance contributions, reviewing off-net pricing changes and non-recurring charges to maintain financial guardrails.
• Negotiate and coordinate with off-net access vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure accurate and timely customer order solutions, including handling ICB offnet pricing.
• Conduct root cause analysis to drive efficiencies and reduce off-net access jeopardies, while identifying and implementing new areas of improvement within the business.
• Analyze data and processes in response to inquiries and business problems.
• Manage and inventory fiber ties in PRO.
• Perform other projects and duties as assigned.

What We Look For in a Candidate

Required

• Typically 5+ years professional experience with a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education and experience or 2-3 years with a Master's Degree.
• Strong accountability, ownership, and decision-making skills.
• Proven ability to independently make complex, detail-oriented decisions based on data analysis.
• Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines with minimal direct supervision.
• Experience with off-net vendor coordination and negotiation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel.

Preferred

• Expert-level knowledge of local access technologies, products, and relevant equipment.
• Previous experience interacting/negotiating directly with off-net vendor partners.
• In-depth knowledge of:

• Affiliate LEC products, network architecture, and the Simply On-net program.

• Third-party local access, including NetEx costs and third-party vendor contracts.

• COG manual quoting process.

• Sales, order entry (OE), and service delivery processes/workflows.

• Understanding of data and transport architecture, including potential latency impacts.
• Superior collaboration skills with a demonstrated ability to develop strong interdepartmental relationships and excellent cross-functional aptitude, particularly in working with various planning and implementation teams.
• Expert-level proficiency in MS Excel, including advanced data evaluation techniques.
• Preferred systems knowledge: AMS/ROC, IFO, Scenario Manager, COMET, Access Assurance Tool, iSE, and VFO.
• Working knowledge of FlightDeck, PRO, ASRi, and Swift.

Compensation

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.

Location Based Pay Ranges:

$66,375 - $88,500 in these states: AL, AR, AZ, FL, GA, IA, ID, IN, KS, KY, LA, ME, MO, MS, MT, ND, NE, NM, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, UT, VT, WI, WV, and WY.
$69,694 - $92,925 in these states: CO, HI, MI, MN, NC, NH, NV, OR, and RI.
$73,013 - $97,350 in these states: AK, CA, CT, DC, DE, IL, MA, MD, NJ, NY, TX, VA, and WA.

Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have about our bonus structure (short-term incentives, long-term incentives and/or sales compensation) as you move through the selection process.

Learn more about Lumen's:

• Benefits
• Bonus Structure

Requisition #: 338313

Background Screening

If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page. Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Equal Employment Opportunities

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, "protected statuses"). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.

Disclaimer

The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.

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Application Deadline
06/18/2025