Consulting Engineer

Position Description

Employee will demonstrate competency in:

• FTTP design, including various alternative approaches such as PON and Active Ethernet
• A range of alternatives for aerial and underground construction
• Transport/backhaul alternatives
• Capital and operational cost estimation
• Implementation schedule development and management
• Resource forecasting for FTTP network development and operation
• Clear and effective communication with non-engineers and non-technical audiences about technical subjects

Responsibilities

• Act as an expert third‑party reviewer to evaluate and critique network designs, project plans, and project execution of FTTP projects on behalf of clients who are network funders or owners
• Consult with and advise potential network owners about major network architecture decisions
• Perform fiber network engineering independently and as a team
• Develop high‑level network designs for potential FTTP projects, including identifying ways to improve cost and speed deployment
• In some cases, perform low level engineering using 3‑GIS, or other GIS platform if required
• Work in GIS engineering and network maintenance platforms, and CADD systems as required
• Develop cost factors for elements FTTP deployments in different regions, and provide cost estimates for high‑level conceptual designs to detailed BOMs
• Review field collected data for accuracy and completeness, and in some cases, perform high‑level field assessments
• Review outside plant per design standards and make recommendations to support builds
• Work with other departments to coordinate make ready management, permitting and fielding
• Review as‑builts, provide post‑construction inspection, and support network verification and update
• Manage or self‑perform multiple projects of varying complexity
• Oversee field or other technical resources to execute work efficiently and successfully
• Communicate clearly and effectively with internal team, government representatives, broadband service providers, other utilities, and consulting clients
• Track progress of project tasks and ensure deadlines are met
• Find innovative solutions to common project road blocks
• Communicate clearly and regularly to team members, including Project Manager
• Maintain orderly records and project documents

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Industry Fiber Optic Certifications a plus
• Strong understanding of outside and inside plant engineering, fiber optic networks, and telecommunication construction
• Understanding of the operating requirements of Internet Service Providers delivering broadband and telecommunications services to homes, businesses, and institutions over fiber optic networks
• Knowledge of NESC code as it relates to telecommunications and common permitting requirements for fiber optic networks, especially in New York State
• Knowledge of broadband service providers and state and local government in New York State a plus
• Experience engineering in a GIS based program
• Understanding of job cost, change order management and work order processing
• Regional travel up to approximately 50% on average
• Strong project management skills with the ability to meet project deadlines
• Willingness to learn new skills, software, and technologies
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Proficiency in MS Office/Excel
• Valid driver’s license
• Practice good judgement and take ownership in work place safety

Some day and overnight travel. Evening and weekend hours may be required from time to time to meet client needs.

Benefits

Tilson provides a comprehensive benefits package emphasizing choice, health, wellness, and financial security. Upon starting, employees can select from various medical plans, along with vision and dental insurance. The package also includes a 401(k) with company contributions, an HSA with generous employer contributions, industry‑leading parental and military leave, and more. Additionally, Tilson offers new hires a time‑off package that includes 10 holidays, 10 vacation days, 5 sick days, and up to 5 paid days off for hazardous weather, with additional time off based on tenure.

Tilson is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Affidavit of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Tilson is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer.