Full TimeWichita, KansasPosted 11/05/2026Areas of interest: Engineering, Information Technology, IT Management/Project ManagementRequisition Number: 2026-87713EGN802
This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.
Are you ready to take charge of engineering activities that elevate Spectrum's telecommunications and signal processing systems? As a Principal Engineer III, you will collaborate closely with technical operations staff on system design and configuration, acting as the recognized technical and design expert. You will lead design teams and provide guidance to team leaders.
How You’ll Make an Impact
Handle the most complex and critical projects that involve several technical systems and constituents.
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.
Provide a high level of 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 senior technical staff.
Review work plans and designs and advise on improvements.
Adhere to industry specific local, state, and federal regulations, as applicable.
Working Conditions
Office environment
What You’ll Bring to Spectrum
Required Qualifications
Education
Master’s or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field or related work experience
Experience
16+ years engineering work experience
16+ years project management work experience
Skills
Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
Expert knowledge of related industry specifications and standards IEEE, ANSI, Fiber (Multimode, Single mode, UTP, etc.), Bridging, Switching, Routing, Ethernet and
Transport technologies and protocols
Expert knowledge in network design, network architecture, protocols and network topology
Expert knowledge in TCP/IP and the OSI Model
Basic knowledge in using ticketing and software tools to support the current operations
Expert knowledge of network devices and basic network appliances
Expert knowledge of network designing software, such as Visio
Ability to perform duties in a very fast-paced environment and 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 company products and services
EGN802 2026-87713 EGN802 2026
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FCC Unit: 13535Business Unit: Field OperationsZip Code: 67211
