Fiber Design Engineer

Fiber Design Engineer

Omni Fiber is seeking a skilled and motivated Fiber Design Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the design and planning of fiber optic networks, including the creation of detailed network layouts, documentation, and field support. This role requires a deep understanding of fiber optic technology, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and contractors. This is a full-time, primarily remote position with travel required as work demands.

What You Will Do:

• Design and plan fiber optic networks including backbone, distribution, and last-mile connections.
• Create and maintain detailed design documentation, including network layouts, splice diagrams, and route maps.
• Conduct site surveys and assessments to determine optimal network routes and placements.
• Collaborate with project managers, field engineers, and contractors to ensure accurate design implementation.
• Perform thorough reviews of submitted designs from contracting groups.
• Utilize GIS and CAD software to draft, develop, and refine network designs.
• Create redline updates to existing designs.
• Demonstrate smart and cost effective decisions within design parameters.
• Develop fiber construction drawings, including Bill of Materials and Splice Schematics for various OSP architectures, including MDUs.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost analysis to support design decisions.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards, local regulations, and company guidelines.
• Provide technical support during the construction and deployment phases of the project.
• Review and approve as-built documentation to ensure network accuracy.
• Stay up-to-date on the latest advancements in fiber optic technology and best practices.
• Travel to job sites across Michigan, Northern Ohio, Central Ohio, and Pennsylvania as needed.

Qualifications:

• 6+ years of OSP telecom experience.
• Strong experience designing fiber optic networks.
• Proficient in reading and understanding workprints.
• ArcGIS (1+ years of recent experience) or similar GIS software.
• Experience in planning and quality control.
• Vendor management experience.
• Heavy experience with ArcGIS preferred but not required.
• Project management experience is preferred but not required.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field is preferred but not required.

Questions about this opening? Contact us at [email protected]

Omni Fiber provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and administers all aspects and conditions of employment, without regard to the following: Race, Color, Age, Sex, Sexual orientation, Gender, Gender identity, Religion, National origin, Pregnancy, Physical or mental disability, Military or veteran status, or Genetic information. Equal employment opportunity applies to, but is not limited to, employment status, training, promotion, demotion, transfer, leaves of absence, and termination.