Wave

Inside Plant Engineer I

Wave$73K — $140K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
  • Valid completion of NCTI Fiber Installation & Activation course within 6 months for applicable candidates.
  • 3+ years of Headend Technician or electronics/network implementation experience.
  • Valid Driver's License with a safe driving record.
  • Strong knowledge of HVAC, Powering, Generators, RF and IP technologies.

Responsibilities

  • Provide engineering and operational support for new or existing technologies.
  • Install, configure, and operate headend equipment; troubleshoot and resolve network issues.
  • Conduct regular testing and logging as per company guidelines.
  • Ensure compliance with corporate standards for cabling, installation, power, and cooling.
  • Maintain logs and documentation in line with FCC technical requirements.
  • Submit and implement approved procedures and change management requests.
  • Develop and implement network enhancements.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive pay and benefits package supporting employee contributions and well-being.
  • Career advancement opportunities for employees building long-term careers.
  • Access to resources promoting well-being at every life stage.
Full Job Description
This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

As an Inside Plant Engineer I on our ISP team, you will troubleshoot and maintain Spectrum's network, support product deployment, and ensure TQA and FCC compliance. If you are eager to continuously learn and apply new technologies to impactful real-world scenarios, we want to hear from you.

Shift desired: Sunday-Thursday, 11:00 pm-8:00 am

How You'll Make an Impact
  • Provide engineering and operational support for new or existing technologies
  • Install, configure, and operate legacy or new headend equipment. Perform troubleshooting and assist with network resolution
  • Perform all daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly testing and logging per established company guidelines
  • Ensure all cabling, equipment installation, power and cooling follow corporate standards
  • Maintain required logs, records and other documentation in compliance with company and FCC (Federal Communications Commission) technical requirements
  • Create, submit, and implement approved methods of procedure and change management requests. Develop and implement network enhancements

Working Conditions
  • 24x7, fast-paced environment
  • Work indoors with exposure to continuous moderate noise near power systems
  • Must be able to work and travel in inclement weather and participate in an on-call rotation schedule


What You'll Bring to Spectrum
Required Qualifications

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer science or related field, and/or equivalent work experience
  • Valid course completion from NCTI Fiber Installation & Activation course to be obtained within 6 months from start date for all external candidates and internal candidates outside of Network Technology Services

Experience
  • 3+ years Headend Technician or electronics / network implementation experience

License
  • Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License with a safe driving record

Skills
  • Knowledge of Critical Systems such as HVAC, Powering and Generators as well as RF and IP technologies
  • HFC design, as well as optical test equipment (such as OTDR, Optical Spectrum Analyzer, Fiber Light Identifier, Optical Fiber Scope and Optical Power Meter), Video Networking, IP & DOCSIS/CMTS
  • Can troubleshoot communication architectures, topologies, hardware, software, transmission and signaling links and protocols
  • Ability to work while standing 50-70% of the time and to lift up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance

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EIP320 2026-76827 2026

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.
The base pay for this position generally is between $73,200.00 and $140,600.00. The actual compensation offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. We comply with local wage minimums and also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of other incentive-based compensation such as bonuses.

About Wave

Wave is a Canadian financial services company that provides accounting, invoicing, and payment processing software for small businesses. The company was founded in 2010 by Kirk Simpson and James Lochrie. Wave's software is used by over 4 million small businesses around the world. In 2019, the company was acquired by H&R Block for $405 million. Wave is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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Size
200 employees
Industry
Founded
2011

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