Fiber Engineer Specialist

Company Description

Zayo provides mission-critical bandwidth to the world’s most impactful companies, fueling the innovations that are transforming our society. Zayo’s 141,000-mile network in North America and Europe includes extensive metro connectivity to thousands of buildings and data centers. Zayo’s communications infrastructure solutions include dark fiber, private data networks, wavelengths, Ethernet, and dedicated Internet access. Zayo serves wireless and wireline carriers, media, tech, content, finance, healthcare and other large enterprises.

Zayo is seeking a Fiber Engineer Specialist for the design of the physical fiber path across the Zayo network in support of providing fiber-based services. Our Fiber Engineer Specialist manages the inventory of the Zayo fiber network through database tracking of fiber enclosures, fiber optic cable, conduit, building data, and more. Our Fiber Engineer Specialist will report to the Fiber Engineering Manager, with regular interaction with the Outside Plant Team, GIS Specialists, Sales Engineering, and Fiber Visualization Specialists. 

Responsibilities: 

• Design routes for fiber-based services including Point to point, Ring, and path diverse routing. 

• Research existing databases, files, and records for purposes of network design, fiber optimization, and relocation of fiber facilities. 

• Provide design schematics of fiber path and splicing work to be performed for fiber projects, relocation of existing fiber facilities, and restoration of existing traffic. 

• Ensure fiber optic database is current and accurate by inputting data of physical fiber assets and fiber enclosures into the data management system. 

• Ensure inventory of fiber circuits is accurate by inputting fiber usage data into inventory management database and maintaining information as changes occur. 

• Establish and maintain effective communications and professional working relationships with customers both internal and external. 

• Organize workday efficiently to maximize productivity by utilizing proper time management techniques. 

• Assist in the accomplishment of company objectives by performing other related duties as assigned. 

Qualifications: 

• 4-year college degree in Engineering or equivalent Telecom network experience. 

• Proficiency in the MS Office suite of tools including MS Visio. 

• Knowledge of Salesforce.com platform is a plus. 

• Knowledge of GIS-based platforms is a plus. 

• Demonstrated ability to utilize database management software system. 

• Ability to correspond effectively with a variety of functional teams and strong interpersonal skills for supporting cross functional teams. 

• Knowledge of design techniques, tools and the ability to function independently of supervision. 

• Proficient analytical, organizational, and time management skills, including the ability to effectively prioritize assignments. 

• Basic knowledge of Fiber Network Design, preferred. 

• Work experience within Telecom industry, preferred. 

Estimated base salary range: $53,300 - $82,000 USD/annually.

The base pay range shown is a guideline and reasonable estimate for this role. It takes into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions. Actual compensation offered may vary from the posted range based upon geographic location, work experience, skill level, certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Non- sales roles may be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive plan. Sales roles may be eligible to participate in a sales incentive plan.

Additionally, this position may be eligible for certain benefits, such as health insurance, life insurance, disability retirement plans, paid time off.

The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.

Benefits, Rewards & Wellness

• Excellent Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Retirement 401(k) Savings Plan

• Generous paid time off policy including paid parental leave

Zayo provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, provincial or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.