Job Title: Design Engineer 

Division: FiOptix Inc 

FSLA Status:  Non-Exempt

Reports To: Engineering Manager

Job Summary: This position is responsible for all aspects of fiber design, mapping, and document generation. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Interpret field survey drawing, notes, and pictures to compile proposed outside and inside fiber design in the designated engineering platform in accordance with customer specifications and standards
• Calculate and design, design-build loss measurements and fiber assignments 
• Identify fiber counts at a strategic fiber access point and design a path through aerial, buried, and underground facilities 
• Manage and execute in depth preparation of all fiber allocation planning and required documentation to upload projects for customer quality control
• Identify roadblocks caused by standards limitations or field survey inconsistencies and execute problem resolution and solutions-based ideas to resolve field challenges
• Identify city, county or state right-of-way permit requirements for each assigned project
• Research customer, city, county or state resources to obtain utility information necessary for the creation of right-of-way permit packages
• Oversee the creation of all permit application documentation and drawings, scaled and/or non-scaled, required for the completion of right-of-way permit packages
• Interact with the customer or designated municipality to resolve any permit updates, changes, corrections and/or concerns
• Interface with the field surveyor and direct supervisor on day to day issues and meetings
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required.

Education: High school diploma, general education degree (G.E.D.), or related trade school education

Experience: 

• Minimum four years’ design engineer experience 
• Expert level understanding of fiber design criteria and efficient design in customer applications
• Proven experience reading and understanding highway and road prints, and identifying conflicts with existing outside plant facilities
• Proven experience with engineering in the public right-of-way and on private property
• Prior experience creating and obtaining city, county and state right-of-way permits for use in a utility environment (i.e. cable, telephone, power, or water)

Technical Skills:

• Computer and Microsoft Office proficiency
• Experience in various customer applications; AutoCAD, ICGS, vBuild, BDMS, and 3GIS
• Ability to interface with files such as Excel, Google Docs, KMZ, and AutoCAD
• Basic mathematical skills and calculation ability 

Soft Skills:

• Highly organized and detail orientated 
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines 
• Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams 
• Ability to think analytically, apply sound judgment, and solve problems
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills 

Physical Requirements: 

• Must be able to pass pre-employment screening that includes background and drug testing
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets Company requirements
• Ability to work at a desk for 6-8 hours a day
• Ability to work long and unpredictable hours 

Disclaimer: All job requirements are subject to possible revision to reflect changes in the position requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.