Manager Engineering - Lumen

**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. Lumen's commitment to workplace inclusion and employee support shines bright. We've made the Newsweek 2024 Greatest Workplaces for Diversity list and achieved a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (CEI) for the fifth consecutive year. Plus, we're the top employer in the communications and telecom industry, ranking 12th overall across all industries in The American Opportunity Index. 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** An exciting opportunity to join a global technology company as a Manager of Engineering. This role is pivotal in ensuring efficient and timely deployment of infrastructure projects to meet customer demand. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing, evaluating and planning optimal network solutions, utilization Lumen standards, consumption trends, new technologies, industry design requirements and future opportunities. Drive assimilation of various internal and external customer requirements, oversees creating new network solutions, required equipment augment costs and budgets and participates in the overall network augment approval and trigger process. Responsible for rolling out Infrastructure projects. Is considered a subject matter expert and the manager of a technical group. **The Main Responsibilities** + Oversee the team that develops details specification for the release to the Regional Teams. + Lead the creation of new network Custom Network solutions, assimilating various customer requirements. + Oversee the Change Control request + Act as a subject matter expert and provide technical leadership to planning engineers. + Collaborate with key internal and external groups to enforce project plans and ensure effective governance and communications. + Develop and communicate network deployment standards to promote network health, scalability, and flawless operation. **What We Look For in a Candidate** + Sound presentation skills (e.g. PowerPoint, ability to summarize recommendation, etc.) + Strong interpersonal skills and ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. + Strong data/economic analysis skills + Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills + Detail oriented with an intense focus on quality + Proven track record as adept and effective Engineering Support + Exceptional organizational, prioritization, and communications skills + Positive and professional attitude, appearance, and demeanor + Solid entrepreneurial spirit + An ability to understand complex technical plans and learn quickly + Adaptability, flexibility, and creativity. + Mature, professional attitude; initiative **Basic Qualifications:** + Bachelor's Degree or 5+ plus years of relevant job experience. Relevant job experience is described as: + Job experience in similar industry **Preferred Qualifications:** + Experience: 5+ yrs + Education Level: Bachelor of Science + Field Of Study: construction science and management, engineering, architecture, business administration, or a related degree + Attention to detail with good organizational capabilities. + Ability to prioritize with good time management skills. + Proficient at basic AutoCAD skill, blueprint and schematic understanding + Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 30-Hour **Compensation** The starting salary for this role differs based on the employee's primary work location. Employees typically do not start at the top of the range, though compensation depends on each individual's qualifications. **Location Based Pay Ranges** **$94420 - $125890** in these states: AR, ID, KY, LA, ME, MS, NE, SC, and SD. **$99390 - $132510** in these states: AZ, AL, FL, GA, IN, IA, KS, MO, MT, NM, ND, OH, OK, PA, TN, UT, VT, WV, WI, and WY. **$104360 - $139140** in these states: CO, HI, MI, MN, NV, NH, NC, OR, and RI. **$109330 - $145770** in these states: AK, CA, CT, DE, DC, IL, MD, MA, NJ, NY, TX, VA, and WA. As with the pay range variety that's based on the region of a country, specific offers are determined by various factors such as experience, education, skills, certifications and other business needs. **What to Expect Next** Based on your job application information you may be given the opportunity to complete a video interview immediately after applying. This will include a set of questions for you to record a response to in addition to Game Challenges. Completion of this video interview is a requirement in order to be considered for our open position. Now not a good time? No worries, we will also send you an email with a link to complete the video interview. We strongly recommend that you complete this within 5 days of your application date. Requisition #: 334814 **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 (https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/faq) . 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. **Salary Range** **Salary Min :** 94420 **Salary Max :** 145770 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. This position is eligible for either short-term incentives or sales compensation. Director and VP positions also are eligible for long-term incentive. To learn more about our bonus structure, you can view additional information here. (https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/compensation-information) We're able to answer any additional questions you may have as you move through the selection process. As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Lumen offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. You can learn more by clicking here. (https://centurylinkbenefits.com) Please be advised that Lumen does not require any form of payment from job applicants during the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings will be posted on our official website or communicated through official company email addresses. If you encounter any job offers that request payment in exchange for employment at Lumen, they are not for employment with us, but may relate to another company with a similar name. Note: For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreement provisions. **Application Deadline** 09/27/2024