Fiber Designer - Remote
Position Summary
eX² Technology is seeking a Fiber Designer to join our team who is skilled in utilizing project tools such as ArcGIS and/or other GIS fiber management software for managing all OSP design information. As a Fiber Designer, you will design and develop accurate layouts for OSP fiber designs, incorporating all design specifications, permitting ordinances, design inputs and field notes.
We seek someone who can comprehend, interpret and render verbal inputs from field teams as required. Our ideal candidate is dedicated to hard work, shows initiative when taking on new challenges and thrives in a team environment.
In return, we offer competitive pay with an excellent benefit package including paid time off, company matching 401(k) plans and medical, dental, vision and life insurance options as well as professional development with career advancement opportunity in an innovative growth-oriented industry.
Roles & Responsibilities
Design and develop layouts for OSP fiber design for various architectures using aerial and underground structures
Generate bills of materials, splice sheets and other supporting documentation for the design
Review completed designs for errors and efficiency
Design ISP patch panel diagrams and cable rack layouts
Write supporting documents, instruction manuals and statements of work
Job Requirements
Education
Associates’s or Bachelor’s Degree in related field is preferred
Experience
Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in OSP fiber optic or related design.
Experience in various GIS mapping software and fiber management software is required. AutoCAD experience is a plus.
Experience with AutoCAD, MicroStation or ESRI (or other fiber design tools) is required
Telecommunications fiber network experience is desired
CAD-based fiber design experience preferred
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities
Ability to read, analyze and interpret engineering and construction drawings and specifications, common scientific and technical journals, financial reports and other documents
Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to comprehend, interpret and render verbal inputs from the field teams
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Ability to multitask, work on multiple projects simultaneously and have experience in working with a fast-paced engineering team in a production environment
Strong organizational skills
Strong sense of methodology, processes and metrics
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
High integrity and work ethic
Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to sit; use hand and fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The incumbent is occasionally required to walk or stand for long periods of time. The incumbent may be required to lift and/or move up to 10 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Other Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent will work in a semi-quiet office environment.
Language Skills
Communicates effectively in oral and written English technical language, both in interpreting requirements and providing reports and mentoring.
Reasoning Skills
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
The incumbent must have a valid driver’s license and pass a mandatory drug test.
Disclaimer
Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Job Descriptions typically change over time as requirements and employee skill levels change. The employer retains the right to modify or assign other duties to this position.
About Us
Vivacity Infrastructure Group designs, develops and deploys comprehensive fiber optic, wireless and related network infrastructure using a variety of unique partnerships and business models designed to meet the strategic needs and economic goals of all project stakeholders. Vivacity has three operating divisions – eX² Technology, Terra Consulting Group and Vivacity Networks. Together, we are Transforming America’s Infrastructure – One Partnership at a Time™. www.vivacitygroup.com
eX² is a single source solution for those seeking to build, scale or future-proof their communications infrastructure. eX² specializes in fiber design-build-maintain services and network asset commercialization to maximize customer revenue potential and accelerate broadband expansion throughout the nation. We are comprised of technologists, business experts, engineers, construction professionals, project managers and marketing experts with a broad and diverse range of disciplines and specialties. eX² delivers a wide range of project services that are uniquely tailored to our clients’ telecom needs.
Vivacity Infrastructure Group is a proud Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
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