Michael Baker International’s Broadband Practice provides broadband and
telecommunications consulting and engineering services to state broadband
offices, public agencies, municipalities, and other government entities
nationwide. Broadband Practice supports clients through technical advisory
services, broadband planning, data analysis and mapping, verification and
challenge support, and grant and program implementation support. Michael Baker’s
work includes advising clients on broadband technologies, evaluating broadband
availability and serviceability information, and interpreting data and
documentation received from Internet service providers in support of
public-sector decision-making. The Broadband Practice also supports broadband
technology evaluation, cost and schedule analysis, grant management, program and
project strategy, risk assessments, and technical review of deployment-related
information across wired and wireless environments.
What We're Looking For
The Broadband Engineering Consultant will support multiple broadband consulting
engagements for public-sector clients, primarily state and local governments.
This role combines technical expertise in broadband networks with strong
analytical, communication, and project coordination skills. Responsibilities
include reviewing, validating, and evaluating broadband network designs and
related supporting data and documentation, as well as supporting field
validation activities to assess technical accuracy, compliance, and alignment
with program requirements.
The ideal candidate brings professional telecommunications and hands-on
experience deploying fiber (FTTH, GPON/XGS-PON) and/or fixed wireless networks;
a working knowledge of PON architectures and DOCSIS environments; strong
understanding of wireless networks and technologies; and familiarity with
real-world network deployment and operations. The candidate should be
comfortable interpreting technical documentation and broadband-related data,
evaluating network assumptions, and translating complex telecommunications
concepts into clear, client-ready analyses and deliverables. Experience
supporting desktop and field deployment validation activities and helping
public-sector clients navigate broadband funding and compliance requirements is
strongly preferred.
What You'll Do
Support consulting engagements for state broadband offices, municipalities,
and other public-sector clients related to broadband programs,
telecommunications strategy, technical review, and data-driven
decision-making.
Review and assess broadband network-related data and supporting
documentation, including service data, deployment project-area information,
location information, technology descriptions, and deployment-related
records.
Analyze broadband serviceable locations (BSLs), project areas, and related
datasets using spreadsheets, tabular analysis, GIS tools, targeted software
platforms, and supporting technical documentation to identify
inconsistencies, trends, gaps, and deployment project risks.
Evaluate broadband technologies and network environments including fiber,
PON-based systems, DOCSIS concepts, and fixed and mobile wireless, to support
technical advisory.
Support technical review of broadband grant applications and related program
materials, including scoring inputs, risk indicators, and location-level
documentation used during application and award phases.
Support verification and challenge process activities by reviewing
ISP-submitted evidence, assessing data and documentation quality, and helping
document findings for public-sector decision-making.
Prepare technical memoranda, issue logs, comparison analyses, summary
reports, presentations, and other client-facing deliverables that clearly
communicate findings to public-sector stakeholders.
Assist clients and project teams in understanding broadband deployment
assumptions, cost and schedule considerations, serviceability issues, and
technology distinctions, and the implications of these data on program
decisions.
Coordinate and support field teams conducting broadband validation
activities, including guidance on field procedures, documentation
expectations, data collection requirements, location validation, and
consistency in reporting.
Provide day-to-day technical support and coordinate with multidisciplinary
teams including project managers, analysts, GIS staff, and field personnel
helping to resolve issues and create timely, accurate, and defensible client
deliverables.
Participate in internal and client meetings; present technical information in
clear written and oral formats for both technical and non-technical
audiences.
Occasional travel may be required.
Perform other duties as assigned.
What You Need to Succeed
4–8 years of experience involving broadband, telecommunications, network
systems, GIS and mapping workflows, infrastructure analysis, technical
consulting, or public-sector broadband program support.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field with a
minimum of 4-6 years of broadband network design/engineering primarily as a
consultant
Expert understanding of broadband technologies, including fiber and fixed
wireless systems, and the ability to apply that knowledge in an advisory and
analytical setting.
Familiarity with working network environments, including PON (GPON / XGS-PON)
and/or DOCSIS concepts as well as a working knowledge of wireless network
infrastructure, technologies, and spectrum use.
Ability to interpret technical documentation, network-related materials,
broadband availability and serviceability information, and ISP-submitted
program data (including evidence used for verification and challenge
processes).
Experience working with spreadsheets and structured datasets, with strong
proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and deadlines.
Preferred/Highly Desired Qualifications
Experience supporting state broadband offices, public-sector
telecommunications programs, or federally/state-funded broadband initiatives.
Familiarity or experience with the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment
(BEAD) and Capital Projects Fund (CPF) broadband programs, grant
administration support, field validation, and other compliance-oriented
activities.
Experience reviewing broadband funding applications and the associated
project-area information, risk indicators, scoring inputs, or technical
support materials.
Working knowledge of satellite communications, especially as related to the
BEAD program.
Experience using GIS tools such as ArcGIS or QGIS in support of location,
project-area, or serviceability analysis.
Experience developing procedures, guidance documents, or training materials
for technical or field-based teams.
Ability to translate technical broadband concepts into clear advisory
guidance for clients, project teams, and public-sector stakeholders.
Certifications in network engineering design or related fields
Compensation
The approximate compensation range for this position is $69,731 to $100,692.
This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of
posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education,
qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.
Why Choose Us
Medical, dental, vision insurance
401 (k) Retirement Plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
Professional and personal development
Generous paid time off
Commuter and wellness benefits
THIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY AND MICHAEL BAKER INTENDS TO FILL THIS
POSITION BY December 16, 2026.
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and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex
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