Senior Outside Plant Engineer

Job Summary

This role will provide crucial support to MCNC and its network engineering and operational teams in effectively maintaining the statewide MCNC fiber network.

Key Roles And Responsibilities

• Ensure the fiber infrastructure complies with industry standards by working closely with contractors retained by MCNC for maintenance.
• Represent MCNC in meetings with external entities, including the North Carolina Department of Transportation.
• Estimate costs and develop plans for future expansions based on the existing fiber network.
• Conduct random inspections of network infrastructure, colocation facilities, and maintenance or repair activities.
• Oversee new construction projects in collaboration with contractors to ensure network integrity and adherence to standards.
• Manage multiple engineering vendors and their deliverables, including construction drawings for fiber relocations and capital builds.
• Direct maintenance and repair efforts for the fiber optic plant during damages or service outages, coordinating with outside vendors and internal teams to ensure timely restoration.
• Map the fiber network using GIS mapping software and create additional design drawings as needed.
• Interpret and understand maps, drawings, and diagrams for Telecom OSP construction.
• Create and review fiber assignments (schematics), high-level designs, and low-level designs to support network operations.
• Collaborate with project managers, permitting teams, and field personnel to produce accurate deliverables that meet deadlines, client expectations, and JSI standards.
• Continuously improve job-related processes, technical and professional knowledge, and individual performance.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the manager or supervisor.
  
  

Flexible Roles and Responsibilities

• Assist in problem-solving for operational issues related to the Fiber Network, offering support in any required capacity.
• Coach and mentor team members by providing constructive feedback
  
  

Qualifications And Education Requirements

• BS in Electrical Engineering or related degree or equivalent experience.
• 10 years of experience in the telecommunications field providing fiber design or field quality control inspection.
• Experience working in a carrier network or a large enterprise network.
• Experience using OTDR’s and reading trace files for testing and reporting purposes.
• Travel will be required statewide as needed as well as late evening and night work from time to time.
• Wearing appropriate protective footwear and clothing while performing field operations will be required.
• The position may require frequent lifting or use of force to move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work outdoors and drive in all types of weather.
• Must be able to sit, drive, stand, and walk for extended periods.
• Interface well with customers, professional service staff and other non-technical members of organizations
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communications skills.
• Demonstrate strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Have aptitude for learning new technologies
• Ability to be nimble in day to day duties as priorities change relative to events beyond the employee’s or MCNC’s control.
• Must have a valid driver's license and will be required to drive a company vehicle on company business. Pre-employment and annual MVR checks will be required during your employment with the company for this position in order to be approved to drive a company-owned vehicle.
• Background and sex offender checks will be performed for pre-employment and annually during your employment with the company.
• This role will be required to adhere to the MCNC Substance Abuse policy, which may include drug/alcohol screening at hire and periodically or randomly during employment.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications/Specialties

• At least ten (10) years of experience in outside plant engineering, with a demonstrated ability in effective project management and decision-making.
• Proven ability to perform under pressure while managing multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
  
  

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

MCNC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.