Outside Plant Engineer

Greenlight Networks•Rochester, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Greenlight Networks’ Outside Plant Engineer has overall accountability for driving network builds in new and existing markets for Greenlight Networks. This position has big picture accountability for ensuring the network design and construction is completed - meeting defined timelines, in budget and efficiently. Throughout the deployment of new fiber infrastructure this position balances engineering requirements, time-to-market, and costs to meet the company’s goals.

Requirements

Proven experience managing budgets, or ability to demonstrate strong financial acumen.
Prior experience installing / building telecommunications networks from tech / construction background ideal.
Knowledge of current fiber engineering and construction best practices.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Ability to read, create, and interpret technical documents, fiber maps and as-built drawings, and legal documents related to easements and rights of way.
Ability to utilize GIS/CAD and fiber design tools such as Vetro, ArcGIS, OSP Insight, 3-GIS or Bentley Fiber.
Proficiency in cost analysis’ and budget management.
Knowledge of project management tools such as Sitetracker or Helix ALM or like type PM tool.
3+ years of work experience managing telecommunications projects.
3+ years of experience designing fiber optic networks, especially GPON FTTH deployments.
Must have valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

A four-year degree in electrical, telecommunications or civil engineering a plus.

Responsibilities

Conduct field surveys and review field collected data from technicians and vendors.
Determine path and design for deployment of new fiber assets.
Coordinate internal and external resources for creation of drafted prints and splice packages.
Identify easement needs and work with field technicians to procure easements needed for design plans.
Create cost analysis’ and Manage costs throughout the life of each project.
Identify and create permit and joint-use application requests.
Review and approve proposed make-ready design.
Manage change requests from construction coordinators, contractors, and permitting authorities.
Verify completed construction and review as-builts.