Planning Engineer II

Aureon•West Des Moines, IA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is responsible for ensuring network capacity for cost-effective acquisition and delivery of Ethernet and Optical services. The Planning Engineer II will specify and arrange for the acquisition of necessary hardware and software, assemble network design and cost information for customers, and collaborate with other departments to ensure an accurate quoting process. The position also involves assisting with fiber splice and identification records, creating and modifying CAD files for fiber network documentation, and working with multiple vendors to ensure system interoperability. Additionally, the role supports sales on large-scale projects, collaborates with affiliated companies and partners on network design compatibility, and works closely with the Network Architect team on design and implementation. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Four-year college degree in Engineering discipline or equivalent work experience
Comprehensive knowledge of telecommunications technology and economic analysis
Knowledge of transmission networks capabilities and structure of copper and fiber optic based networks
Knowledge of packet based network design and implementation criteria.
Ability to communicate with customers, employees and various business contacts in a professional and courteous manner
Strong analytical aptitude is necessary to evaluate equipment engineering specifications and incorporate into network designs.
Ability to apply financial analysis to determine costs and develop prices
Excellent verbal communication and writing skills
Excellent planning and organization skills. Must be able to efficiently utilize all available resources to provide effective solutions and explore all possibilities to facilitate the best decision.
Able to work independently with little or no direct supervision and contribute to a team environment
Ability to perform a variety of tasks, often changing assignments on short notice
Must be able to proficiently operate Windows PC with Office and Outlook.
Valid Iowa Driver’s License and good driving record

Nice To Haves

Experience with CAD
Experience with Visio
Experience with PowerPoint
Experience with Excel VBA
Experience with cvFiber

Responsibilities

Assure the availability of network capacity for cost effective acquisition and delivery of Ethernet and Optical services.
Specify and arrange for acquisition of hardware and software to support services transported on the optical network.
Assemble network design and cost information provided to Aureon customers.
Collaborate with other departments to ensure a timely and accurate quoting process.
Assisting with fiber splice and identification records.
Create and modify CAD files documenting fiber network architecture.
Work with multiple vendors to establish effective interoperability among their systems.
Serve in a support role for sales on large-scale projects.
Work with affiliated companies, including ITCs, consultants and network partners to ensure compatibility in network design for new and existing services.
Work closely with the Network Architect team to help design and implement network designs.