Sr Telecommunications Engineer - Communications Division​/Carrier Oversight

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• Communications Division/ Carrier Oversight & Programs Branch/ Hi Cost Sup & Surcharge:

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This position is in the High-Cost Support and Surcharge Program Section. Under the general direction of the Program and Project Supervisor, the incumbent will apply technical knowledge of the telecommunications engineering to inform Division management, CPUC administrative law judges and Commissioners of plant investments in a general rate case and surcharge and user fee related matter. The incumbent will use their expertise to determine whether the proposed plant additions and ratebase elements are necessary, cost‑effective, and be useful in general rate case proceedings as well as analyzing high‑cost support issues.

In addition, the incumbent will conduct complex analyses to support recommendations on guidelines and rules regarding surcharge and user fees on telecommunication services and provide engineering expertise on communications network‑related matters and regulatory activities handled by the CPUC’s Communications Division. The incumbent will serve as a lead engineer for projects on a team of analysts.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement
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This advertisement is listed specifically for Sacramento (SAC, SF) location. All identified locations will be considered as one candidate pool to fill one position.

Occasional travel may be required.

This is a hybrid position that will require the selected candidate to report to their assigned headquarter office a minimum of two (2) days a week. Hybrid positions may be eligible for telework under California Government Code Section 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California. In accordance with CPUC Telework Policy, telework arrangements are subject to change and may be reevaluated at any time.

• Knowledge of communications network technology and design such as wire line, wireless and/or Internet systems.
• Experience preparing and/or reviewing technical reports or other written documents.
• Ability to clearly explain complex communications technology, in written and oral formats, to a non‑engineering audience.