Senior Fiber Engineer
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.
The Senior Fiber Engineer is responsible for all aspects of fiber design and allocation, route design, and map creation. Projects requiring Fiber Design can either be customer funded based on service orders or company funded initiatives (ie: expansion, overbuild, municipal projects, etc.)
Essential Job Functions:
Lead the engineering and design of Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH), Fiber-to-the-Premise (FTTP), and outside plant (OSP) fiber networks from concept through construction.
Ensure compliance with customer specifications, industry standards, local regulations, and company design guidelines.
Perform comprehensive QA/QC reviews of engineering deliverables to identify design deficiencies, conflicts, and constructability concerns prior to construction release
Maintain accurate engineering records, project documentation, and revision control processes.
Participate in customer meetings and provide technical expertise regarding network design solutions.
Deliver weekly project status updates, including schedule progress, risks, resource requirements, and issue resolution
Provide engineering support during construction activities, addressing escalated questions and field design issues
Create, review, and interpret fiber splice plans and fiber assignment documentation
Interpret and analyze fiber testing results, including OTDR traces, insertion loss testing, continuity testing, and power meter readings
Validate network acceptance criteria and ensure compliance with customer performance standards
Utilize engineering judgment to resolve complex technical challenges with minimal supervision
Education/Certifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 2-year technical degree or equivalent work experience
BS/BA (preference to Civil, Construction, or Electrical Engineering Degrees) or equivalent work experience preferred
A valid driver’s license required
Experience/Minimum Requirements
Five (5) years, or greater, of fiber engineering and construction management experience or equivalent and one (1) year, or greater, of field experience with outside plant.
Knowledge of Outside Plant Construction techniques (aerial & underground) required
Working knowledge of NESC, NEC and OSHA standards required
Other Skills/Abilities
Ability to use GIS platforms and systems to create OSP network records and designs is required
Ability to use AutoCAD for the creation of permit drawings is preferred
Preference will be given to candidates with BSCE, or equivalent work experience
Advanced knowledge of FTTH/FTTP network architecture and OSP engineering practices.
Strong understanding of fiber optic cable design, splicing methodologies, and testing procedures.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, utility records, GIS data, and engineering documentation.
Excellent organizational, communication, and customer relationship management skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to prioritize competing demands and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Demonstrated leadership, accountability, and commitment to quality.
Ability to review field conditions and perform occasional site visits as required.
Ability to work extended hours when necessary to support project deadlines and customer commitments.
Estimated base salary range: $95,100 - $146,300 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 is an equal opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us.
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.
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.
The Senior Fiber Engineer is responsible for all aspects of fiber design and allocation, route design, and map creation. Projects requiring Fiber Design can either be customer funded based on service orders or company funded initiatives (ie: expansion, overbuild, municipal projects, etc.)
Essential Job Functions:
Lead the engineering and design of Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH), Fiber-to-the-Premise (FTTP), and outside plant (OSP) fiber networks from concept through construction.
Ensure compliance with customer specifications, industry standards, local regulations, and company design guidelines.
Perform comprehensive QA/QC reviews of engineering deliverables to identify design deficiencies, conflicts, and constructability concerns prior to construction release
Maintain accurate engineering records, project documentation, and revision control processes.
Participate in customer meetings and provide technical expertise regarding network design solutions.
Deliver weekly project status updates, including schedule progress, risks, resource requirements, and issue resolution
Provide engineering support during construction activities, addressing escalated questions and field design issues
Create, review, and interpret fiber splice plans and fiber assignment documentation
Interpret and analyze fiber testing results, including OTDR traces, insertion loss testing, continuity testing, and power meter readings
Validate network acceptance criteria and ensure compliance with customer performance standards
Utilize engineering judgment to resolve complex technical challenges with minimal supervision
Education/Certifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 2-year technical degree or equivalent work experience
BS/BA (preference to Civil, Construction, or Electrical Engineering Degrees) or equivalent work experience preferred
A valid driver’s license required
Experience/Minimum Requirements
Five (5) years, or greater, of fiber engineering and construction management experience or equivalent and one (1) year, or greater, of field experience with outside plant.
Knowledge of Outside Plant Construction techniques (aerial & underground) required
Working knowledge of NESC, NEC and OSHA standards required
Other Skills/Abilities
Ability to use GIS platforms and systems to create OSP network records and designs is required
Ability to use AutoCAD for the creation of permit drawings is preferred
Preference will be given to candidates with BSCE, or equivalent work experience
Advanced knowledge of FTTH/FTTP network architecture and OSP engineering practices.
Strong understanding of fiber optic cable design, splicing methodologies, and testing procedures.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, utility records, GIS data, and engineering documentation.
Excellent organizational, communication, and customer relationship management skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to prioritize competing demands and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Demonstrated leadership, accountability, and commitment to quality.
Ability to review field conditions and perform occasional site visits as required.
Ability to work extended hours when necessary to support project deadlines and customer commitments.
Estimated base salary range: $95,100 - $146,300 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 is an equal opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us.
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.