Fiber Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Create routing designs for fiber-optic services encompassing point-to-point, ring, and path-diverse options.

• Investigate existing databases, files, and records for network architecture, fiber optimization, and fiber facility relocation.

• Provide fiber-path design strategies and intricate splicing schematics for large-scale fiber projects.

• Ensure the accuracy of fiber plant databases by inputting physical fiber asset details, fiber inventory, and circuit assignments into OSPI, Network Manager Telecom, NetCracker, QGIS, and Salesforce.

• Keep fiber-utilization inventory up-to-date and revise internal and external customer information as necessary.

• Assign cable identifiers and splice IDs, and oversee Splice Activity & Order processes in accordance with company and database protocols.

• Supervise and mentor A&Es to design and generate Splicing Packages (FEP) and DLRs; receive Splicing As-Builts and update documentation.

• Collaborate with engineers and Zayo stakeholders to confirm project specifications, network expansion, and delivery schedules.

• Foster productive working relationships with both internal and external clients.

• Streamline work processes by employing effective time-management strategies.

• Execute other related responsibilities as assigned.

• Participate in an on-call rotation for emergency and troubleshooting responses.

• Report to the Fiber Engineering Manager and engage regularly with Outside Plant, Network Inventory Specialists, Sales Engineering, and other Network Engineers.

⛳️ Requirements

• A four-year college degree in Engineering or equivalent Telecom Network experience is required.

• A minimum of three (3) years of fiber design experience, including ring configurations, FTT projects, and various high-volume site deliveries, is essential.

• Proficiency in the MS Office suite, especially MS Visio and Excel.

• Familiarity with Salesforce.com platform is advantageous.

• Prior experience in telecom and fiber plant installation is a must.

• Knowledge of GIS-based platforms and fiber inventory systems is required.

• QGIS experience is preferred.

• Must possess Google Earth expertise, including the ability to create professional and detailed KMZ files and interpret outside plant construction KMZs.

• Strong communication skills to effectively correspond with various functional teams and support cross-functional collaboration.

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.

• High attention to detail and strong organizational capabilities, including project management and effective communication skills while managing high-volume projects.

• Demonstrated ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.

• Capability to work swiftly and efficiently without compromising data integrity.

• Applicants must currently have authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

• This position does not qualify for employer-sponsored work authorization, such as OPT, TN, H1B, or any other type of work visa, now or in the future.

• Location preference: Ideal candidates should be based in the western U.S.

🏝️ Benefits

• Non-sales positions may qualify to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program.

• Health insurance coverage.

• Life insurance options.

• Disability retirement plans.

• Paid time off benefits.

• Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance.

• Retirement 401(k) Savings Plan.

• Generous paid time off policy, including paid parental leave.