Full TimeCharlotte, North CarolinaPosted 08/25/2025Business unit: Network Technology ServicesAreas of interest: Information Technology, IT Management/Project Management, Systems EngineeringRequisition Number: 2025-60325EGN601
This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.
Do you have the skills and drive to oversee engineering activities that enhance Spectrum’s telecommunications and signal processing hardware, software and electrical systems? As a Principal Engineer I, you will work with technical operations staff on system design and configuration. You will also work with design teams and advise team leaders. As part of Spectrum's engineering team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring reliable service delivery and enhancing customer experiences.
How You’ll Make an Impact
Design, implement, monitor, enhance and troubleshoot systems in assigned areas
Analyze and revise existing system logic difficulties and documentation as necessary
Test and review system designs
Provides engineering technical support and guidance to regional personnel and ensure all technical integration, changes, standards and documentation are met
Mentor and guide the work of technical staff
Review work plans, design and advise on improvements
Adhere to industry specific local, state, and federal regulations, as applicable
Know, understand and follow company policy
Working Conditions
Office environment
What You’ll Bring to Spectrum
Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s or Master’s or degree in Engineering or related field or related work experience
Experience
(five) 5+ Engineering work experience
(five) 5+ years project management work experience
Skills
Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
Basic knowledge of related industry specifications and standards IEEE, ANSI, Fiber (Multimode, Single mode, UTP, etc.), Bridging, Switching, Routing, Ethernet and Transport technologies and protocols
Basic knowledge in network design, network architecture, protocols and network topology
Basic knowledge in TCP/IP and the OSI Model
Basic knowledge in using ticketing and software tools to support the current operations
Basic knowledge of network devices, basic network appliances and network designing software, such as Visio
Ability to perform duties in a very fast-paced environment and ability to learn new technology quickly
Ability to use personal computer and software applications
Preferred Qualifications
Education
Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE)
Industry and vendor specific certifications and training preferred (Cisco, Juniper, Alcatel-Lucent, etc.)
Skills
Knowledge of Spectrum products and services
What you can enjoy every day:
Embracing diversity: A culture of excellence that celebrates diversity, innovative thinking and dedication to exceeding client expectations. Learning culture: Company support in obtaining technical certifications. Dynamic growth: Paid training and clearly defined paths to advance within the company. Total rewards:Comprehensive benefits that encourage a work-life balance.
Here, our employees don’t just have jobs, they're building careers. That’s why we offer a comprehensive pay and benefits package that rewards employees for their contributions to our success, supporting all aspects of their well-being at every stage of life.
A qualified applicant’s criminal history, if any, will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable laws, including local ordinances.
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