Senior Outside Plant Engineer

SRP • Tempe, AZ

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Performs specialized work related to communications fiber projects in support of various networks and systems, including all phases of engineering design, construction planning and support, contract administration, inspection and quality control of SRP and contract construction process. Assists in the development of project budgets and schedules, workforce and support staff requirements, and negotiations with outside telecommunications carrier for specifications and integration with SRP operational standards.

Requirements

• Knowledge of utility telecom network operations and design principles including comm protocols and networking.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience required.
• In lieu of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 9 years may be considered.
• All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must live and work in Arizona.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor's degree relevant to the assignment from an accredited institution is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply network engineering principles to plan, design, schedule, and implement fiber optic plant facilities including both civil and network related scope.
• Performs as a leader/engineer as well as project manager and is responsible for planning, scheduling and monitoring projects from conception to closing.
• Prepares specifications and bids associated with fiber networks material acquisition and various outsourcing activities within telecom systems.
• Plans, coordinates, and often assists with actual performance of field work, with both internal and outsourced crews for telecom projects.
• Identify network-related needs and problems and come up with innovative solutions to address them.
• Coordinates key project activities with contractors, developers, customers, municipalities and consultants.
• Establishes and applies policies, procedures, and standards to deliver safe, secure, reliable and efficient solutions.
• Reviews and monitors contractor invoices for completeness and accuracy, also prepare payment requests based on approved services.
• Prepares recommendation material for management consideration.
• Administers and reviews work performed by consultants and others.

Benefits

• Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
• Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
• Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
• Short and long-term disability plans
• Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
• 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior