Optical Network Engineer

Orion Innovation • Middletown, NJ

44d • Onsite

About The Position

Optical Network Engineer Middletown, New Jersey, United States Orion Innovation is a premier, award-winning, global business and technology services firm. Orion delivers game-changing business transformation and product development rooted in digital strategy, experience design, and engineering, with a unique combination of agility, scale, and maturity. We work with a wide range of clients across many industries including financial services, professional services, telecommunications and media, consumer products, automotive, industrial automation, professional sports and entertainment, life sciences, ecommerce, and education. Job Summary: Seeking a highly experienced Optical Network Engineer to lead the evaluation and optimization of optical technologies across our next-generation transport networks. In this critical role, you will be responsible for the in-depth technical analysis of optical specifications, transmission performance, OSNR characteristics, and spectral shaping strategies.

Requirements

• 8-10 years of industry experience in optical networking, DWDM/ROADM, or photonics engineering.
• In-depth knowledge of optical transmission systems, signal analysis, and system-level performance metrics.
• Hands-on experience with optical test equipment, simulation tools, and vendor platforms.
• Strong understanding of ITU-T standards, OSNR, and spectral efficiency optimization.
• Proven ability to work across multidisciplinary teams and vendor ecosystems.
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate optical component specifications for compliance with industry standards and vendor documentation.
• Assess end-to-end transmission performance over complex DWDM and ROADM networks.
• Conduct detailed OSNR (Optical Signal-to-Noise Ratio) analysis and ensure alignment with design tolerances.
• Optimize spectral shaping to maximize bandwidth and signal integrity.
• Partner with cross-functional teams and vendors to influence the design and integration of optical technologies.
• Document findings, develop test plans, and support deployment decisions with data-driven recommendations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed