Transmission Implementation Engineer.

Trinetix

12d

About The Position

At Trinetix, we are looking for a Senior Transmission Implementation Engineer to join our Transmissions team, supporting the build, expansion, and optimization of Arelion's optical transport network. The ideal candidate will have proven experience with DWDM infrastructure, optical line systems, and transponder platforms, along with a strong ability to commission, migrate, and manage transmission equipment. As part of the Transmissions team, you will work closely with internal teams and external vendors to ensure reliable and timely delivery of network capacity, while maintaining high standards of documentation and service quality.

Requirements

5+ years' experience within a telecommunications company covering Plan, Build, and Operate functions.
Proven experience working as a DWDM Network Engineer within a telecommunications environment.
Extensive configuration and troubleshooting experience with Infinera 7300, Infinera FlexILS, Nokia GX, Ciena 6500, and Ciena 6500 RLS.
Hands-on experience with Infinera Groove G30, Nokia GX, and Ciena ELS.
Experience with Ciena WL5e and WL6e (C-band and L-band), and Nokia CHM6 and CHM7 series (C-band and L-band variants).
Experience supporting remote installations of transponders and shelves together with onsite technicians; ability to guide onsite technicians remotely during installations and troubleshooting.
Good understanding of fibre infrastructure, including cable routing and ODF connectivity within data centre environments.
Proven capability to commission and turn up DWDM services.
Experience supporting spectrum migration activities.
Strong documentation skills, including maintaining network inventory systems.
Ability to clearly communicate project status and progress to internal stakeholders.
Up-to-date knowledge of current transmission technologies and industry best practices.
Strong problem-solving mindset with a proactive and supportive approach.
Self-disciplined with the ability to take ownership of tasks and deliver independently with minimal supervision.
Effective team player with leadership capabilities when required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong commitment to service quality and delivery.
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Comfortable working with administrative and repetitive tasks requiring high accuracy.
Ability to work effectively across international and cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

Post-secondary education or university degree is desirable but not mandatory.
Vendor certifications (Nokia, Infinera, and/or Ciena) are advantageous.

Responsibilities

Lead the implementation of the Arelion Optical Transport Network, ensuring delivery within agreed lead times.
Oversee installation, commissioning, testing, and service turn-up of optical transmission equipment.
Perform DWDM link migrations in coordination with onsite technicians, including activities outside standard working hours when required.
Execute migration of services from platforms approaching end-of-life (EoL).
Work closely with internal teams on network expansion, optimization initiatives, and decommissioning of legacy equipment.
Work with external vendors to support successful delivery, installation, and commissioning of DWDM systems.
Provide logistics coordination for equipment shipments between warehouses and deployment sites.
Ensure accurate and high-quality documentation across all relevant systems and tools.
Participate in regular deployment and progress meetings with vendors and stakeholders.