HFC Engineer

Olsson • Dallas, KS

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About The Position

As an HFC Engineer on Olsson’s Telecommunications team, you will design and optimize Hybrid Fiber-Coaxial (HFC) networks that deliver high-speed broadband services. You will create network architectures and integrate fiber and coaxial components to meet performance and reliability standards. The role involves using GIS address data to size serving boundaries, organizing and interpreting large datasets, determining routes and component allocations, reviewing field information, and producing and reviewing constructible plan sets using GIS-based software. You will work closely with engineering teams, project managers, and field engineers to support HFC network deployment and enhancements.

Requirements

• Three to six years of Coax/HFC design experience.
• General knowledge of HFC, DOCSIS, and FTTx networks.
• Ability to read, interpret, and create maps and plan sets.
• Ability to edit and create PDF documents.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in engineering or design, or equivalent work experience.
• General knowledge of OSP construction methods and best practices.
• Knowledge of LODE Data.
• Knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS software products.
• AutoCAD knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Create network architectures and integrate fiber and coaxial components to meet performance and reliability standards.
• Size serving boundaries using GIS address data; analyze, interpret, and organize large datasets.
• Determine feeder routes, distribution routes, and drops to premises using parcel, right-of-way, and easement documentation.
• Determine fiber and coax component allocations.
• Review field staking sheets, as-builts, and field-collected data to determine optimal running lines and construction methods.
• Analyze aerial imagery and general maps to identify existing utilities or potential obstructions.
• Produce and review high-quality constructible plan sets using GIS-based software.
• Collaborate with engineering teams, project managers, and field engineers to support HFC network deployment and enhancement.

Benefits

• Competitive 401(k) match.
• Tailored career development paths.
• Possibility of flexible work arrangements.
• Wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles.
• Full-time employees receive health care, vision, dental, and paid time off.
• Opportunity to participate in a performance-based bonus system.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree