Cabling Engineer (CE2) (Government)
Columbia, Maryland
AT&T Global Public Sector is a trusted provider of secure, IP enabled, cloud-based, network solutions and professional services to the Federal Government. We are dedicated to recruiting, developing and empowering a diverse, high-performing workforce that is passionate about what they do, committed to our shared values and dedicated to our customers’ mission.
RIS I is the delivery of regional IT services to the end user. We offer support of end user devices including desktop, workplace peripherals, and voice and video devices. We support local and campus area networks, including wireless and cable plant.
AT&T has an exciting opportunity for a Cable Engineer to play a key role in delivering reliable, mission-readycabling infrastructure in support of critical customer operations. This position will help shape installation, inspection, documentation, and training standards for structured cabling systems while partnering with technical teams to promote quality, consistency, safety, and operational excellence across the program.
The Cable Engineer will be responsible for the following:
- This position requires office presence a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. No relocation is offered.
- Support the development, documentation, and continuous improvement of cable installation, termination, testing, and inspection standards.
- Develop and apply quality assurance inspection criteria to verify that cabling work meets program, customer, manufacturer, and industry requirements.
- Review field inspection reports, identify trends or deficiencies, and recommend corrective actions to improve installation quality and consistency.
- Provide passive cable infrastructure design support for project proposals, implementation planning, and field execution as required.
- Maintain awareness of applicable TIA/EIA, BICSI, manufacturer, and passive cable industry standards and communicate updates to relevant personnel
- Plan, coordinate, and deliver BICSI Information Technology Systems Cable Installation Program training, manufacturer training, and on-the-job technical coaching.
- Partner with Cabling Managers and Cabling Group Managers to support new technology implementation, field readiness, and workforce training needs.
- Develop and implement procedures that improve material utilization, labor efficiency, scheduling performance, quality assurance, and field productivity.
- Assist in developing work-around procedures that maintain quality and productivity during delays caused by other trades, customer dependencies, material constraints, or staffing impacts.
- Initiate, monitor, and reinforce installation standards through field engagement, jobsite observations, and practical training sessions.
- Serve as a technical interface with customers and clients during project quality inspections, status meetings, and issue resolution discussions.
- Prepare and present technical recommendations clearly and professionally to support decision-making, negotiation, and project execution.
- Pursue ongoing technical development through corporate, specialty, industry, or manufacturer training opportunities.
- Perform monthly Safety Coaching Observations and support a comprehensive safety program consistent with company policy and customer site requirements.
Required Clearance: TS/SCI with polygraph. (#ts/sci) (#polygraph)
Required Qualifications:
Must have a high School diploma and 3 years of cable engineering experience.
- Required experience must demonstrate the ability to support structured cabling engineering, installation standards, quality assurance inspections, passive cable infrastructure design, and technical coordination in a mission-focused customer environment.
- Experience developing, documenting, or enforcing cable installation, termination, testing, and inspection standards.
- Working knowledge of structured cabling systems, passive cable infrastructure, and applicable industry standards such as TIA/EIA, BICSI, manufacturer guidance, and customer-specific requirements.
- Experience reviewing field inspection results, identifying quality or installation deficiencies, and recommending corrective actions.
- Ability to provide technical input for cabling design, project planning, implementation support, and field execution activities.
- Experience supporting technical training, on-the-job coaching, field readiness, or new technology implementation for cabling personnel.
- Ability to communicate technical recommendations clearly to customers, clients, managers, and field teams in support of inspections, status meetings, and issue resolution.
- Demonstrated ability to support process improvements related to material utilization, labor efficiency, scheduling, quality assurance, field productivity, and safety compliance.
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Our Cabling Engineer (CE2) (Government) earns $89,200 - $155,000 yearly. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.
Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:
Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
401(k) plan
Tuition reimbursement program
Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays) *Pro-rated when working less than 40 hrs/wk.
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Caregiver Leave
Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected · Adoption Reimbursement
Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
Life and Accidental Death Insurance
Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Extensive employee wellness programs
Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T wireline phone
Weekly Hours:
40Time Type:
RegularLocation:
Columbia, MarylandIt is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. AT&T is a fair chance employer and does not initiate a background check until an offer is made.
Job ID R-113634 Date posted 06/23/2026
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