[Hiring] LEAD ENGINEER @Lumen Technologies

Role Description

The Lead Engineer position will require both technical expertise and project management competency. This position will consist of:

• Site surveys
• Bill of Material (BOM) review
• Engineering
• Installation
• Troubleshooting
• Test and turn up
• Quality control checks

The Lead Engineer will work directly with site contacts, subcontractors, and internal team members to:

• Provide input on ISP designs
• Ensure successful network integration
• Conduct troubleshooting and preventive maintenance activities

The position will support the deployment of:

• Long-Haul Optical Transport Networks
• LAN/WAN installations
• Testing
• Evaluation of equipment
• Implementation of network upgrades and system design changes

The position will ensure:

• Uniformity of practices
• Quality control
• Procedure implementation

It will also serve as the primary contact for field engineering deployments at Lumen facilities.

Qualifications

• Supporting the P9k program primarily in field engineering for at least 2 years
• Requires technical knowledge of Telecom ISP design and installation
• Experience using Optical Power Meter and test equipment
• In-depth knowledge of AC/DC Power and Grounding is preferred
• Experience using amp and voltmeter
• Analyze and operate Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR)
• Working knowledge of standard security operations and procedures
• Must have a current valid driver’s license
• Must have a current TS/SCI security clearance
• Must be willing to travel when needed up to 50%

Requirements

• Work closely with the program Field Engineering team to implement, protect and sustain operational network requirements
• Provide estimates for Installation Ready Materials (IRM) and review of project BoM
• Assist with development of project schedules
• Provide functional guidance, supervision, training, and quality assurance as required for less qualified Field Engineers
• Provide remote troubleshooting support during test & turn up phases of new installations as well as operational troubles
• Perform site surveys to assist in development of Engineering Design Packages (EDP)
• Review and modify EDPs to ensure accuracy
• Analyze and resolve onsite field installation discrepancies
• Coordinate with installation subcontractors as required
• Prepare and plan for future jobs as needed; review of proper tool set, IRM, and equipment list required to complete projects on schedule and within budget
• Engage with the internal teams to facilitate new project implementation and network upgrades
• Work closely with Field Operations Personnel (FOPS) to ensure the timely completion of projects
• Respond in a timely manner to customer requests for information related to equipment maintained and monitored by Lumen
• Other responsibilities deemed necessary by management

Benefits

• Comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks
• Bonus structure (short-term incentives, long-term incentives and/or sales compensation)