[Remote] Planning Engineer at Brightseed

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

TelecommunicationsIndustries

Requirements

Associate degree or equivalent education and relevant experience
5 to 8 years plus related experience in telecommunications, engineering, or network planning or equivalent
Knowledgeable and skilled in planning/engineering specifically with VoIP and TDM switching technologies
Experience with VoIP routing and switching products, SIP Peering, Wholesale Interconnect, SS7 Trunks, and End Office Switch Replacement
Understanding of switch technologies and protocols, along with layer 2 and layer 3 routing through the network
Familiarity with Ribbon Neptune equipment
Knowledgeable and able to work in appropriate systems and Microsoft Office
Experience with TIRKS
Ability to work with Planning, Operations, Labs, all internal customers, maintain budget, and assist with forecasting budgets
Ability to maintain positive interaction between all governing authorities
Excellent oral and written communication skills

Responsibilities

Supporting legacy voice (TDM) and new VoIP platform encompassing fiber voice, SIP-trunking, and circuit emulation technology
Monitoring and developing high-level plans for the platform
Assisting Engineering as they create detailed engineering designs with material and costing estimates and implement the design
Performing general voice planning functions, such as SS7 and 911 routing and diversity verification, TDM switch consolidation and decommission, and other voice/switch planning functions
Providing instructional plans and guidance to support VoIP on the Converged Services Platform (CSP)
Interacting with internal customers, vendors, suppliers and maintaining open conversation with engineering and all company departments to provide a high-quality platform
Guiding Engineering and Operations with defined plans for the implementation of new circuits and installation or modifications of existing facilities
Preparing high-level plans and specifications
Assuring that the most feasible, practical, and economical means to complete the work are considered and utilized
Providing cost data to support capital planning and budgeting
Collaborating with Engineering as they oversee the installation/construction and testing of plant facilities, in order to meet the required commitment dates
Assisting with circuit design that interconnects the new platform with the legacy environment; TDM switches, Metro Ethernet devices, etc
Monitoring the VoIP platform and initiating changes and enhancements as needed

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

TDMVoIPSIP-trunkingcircuit emulationSS7911 routingTIRKSMicrosoft OfficeCSP

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this Planning Engineer position remote?

Yes, the position is fully remote.

What experience is required for the Planning Engineer role?

Candidates need an Associate degree or equivalent education and 5 to 8 years of related experience in telecommunications, engineering, or network planning. Preferred experience includes TIRKS and the full suite of Microsoft Office products.

What is the salary for this Planning Engineer position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the main responsibilities of the Planning Engineer?

Responsibilities include guiding Engineering and Operations with plans for new circuits, preparing high-level plans and specifications, providing cost data for budgeting, collaborating on installations, assisting with circuit design, and monitoring the VoIP platform.

What qualifications will make me stand out for this role?

To stand out, have 5-8 years of experience in telecommunications, engineering, or network planning, familiarity with TIRKS and Microsoft Office, and knowledge of voice platforms like TDM, VoIP, SS7, and 911 routing.

Brightseed

AI platform for discovering health-boosting compounds

About Brightseed

Brightseed discovers beneficial compounds in nature that can enhance human health using artificial intelligence. Their Forager® platform identifies bioactive compounds—small molecules from plants and microbes that positively affect biological functions. They also offer Brightseed™ Bio Gut Fiber, which contains bioactives that support gut health. By partnering with companies, Brightseed provides insights into bioactives and their health benefits, aiming to unlock the potential of these compounds.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$123.8MTotal Funding

GRANTCompany Stage

AI & Machine Learning, HealthcareIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Hybrid work flexibility

Medical, dental, & vision

Unlimited PTO

Life insurance

EAP

401(k) plan

Mental health platform

Employee discounts

Cell phone & commuter costs

Parental leave

Risks

Increased competition from established brands like Centrum in the bioactive market.

Over-reliance on partnerships like Manitoba Harvest could limit market reach.

Regulatory scrutiny poses challenges as Brightseed expands in the health and wellness sector.

Differentiation

Brightseed uses AI to discover bioactives, accelerating discovery from years to months.

Forager® A.I. maps bioactives to health outcomes with unprecedented accuracy and speed.

Brightseed's Bio Gut Fiber is made from upcycled hemp hulls, appealing to eco-conscious consumers.

Upsides

Growing consumer interest in personalized nutrition boosts demand for Brightseed's bioactive products.

Rising gut health awareness increases demand for Brightseed's gut health-focused bioactives.

Regulatory support for bioactives in supplements facilitates Brightseed's market expansion.

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