Akkodis is seeking a Fiber Engineer for a 12+ Contract position with a client located in Irvine, CA
Pay Range : $40 / hr - $50 / hr ( The rate may vary based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors. )
Position Responsibilities
Responsible for the day-to-day activities of an assigned team of network design engineers and support personnel. This team has a dedicated focus on the design, build out and delivery of small cell wireless nodes deployed on various types of vertical assets (street / traffic lights, wood poles) in the Right of Way. The position will support the Manager of Network Engineering and work across other fiber and node construction teams within the area, as well as provide support to cross-functional teams to improve the quality of processes, deliverables, and end-to-end customer experience. Each construction team is expected to maintain open communication across all areas of the business and work as a unit with consistency while building, implementing, and restoring or maintaining services; cognizant of fostering the vision and values. This position is accountable for their assigned team and area for delivering KPIs.
Essential Job Functions
- Manage Wireless Node Design projects in the Right of way while providing direction to assigned Network Design Engineers and contractors / A&E vendors in support of the assigned area of responsibility
- Provide overall project leadership for various small cell node design projects - managing trackers, deliverables, schedules and financial
- Identify and assess areas of opportunity for improved process efficiencies and performance
- Maintain knowledge of technology in use, and / or under development for its impact or potential impact on the operational business process
- Provide support to the Manager of Network Engineering for the assigned areas respective CAPEX spend and budgets
- Maintain quality service by understanding and enforcing organization standards.
- Schedule and prioritize the workload of the design team and external vendor resources within an assigned area
- Provide support to the Manager of Network Engineering in partnerships with utility and municipal providers to streamline the build process
- Keen understanding of the overall permitting required - encroachment, traffic control and other necessary entitlements needed for work in the ROW
- Proficiency with GO95, GO128, JPA, AC power, meters and unmetered power solutions as well as utility requirements throughout Southern California
- Supervise team for the purposes of (including but not limited to)
- Management of external vendors necessary for timely completion of node design projects and their delivery and closeout - within budget
- Initial feasibility reviews in accordance with project specifications
- Ensure that all jobs are maintained in a project tracking system with complete accuracy
- Participate in the Vendor evaluation and selection process
- Ensure all work is completed in accordance with design and construction standards, processes, and procedures. Act as a key contributor to continued growth and improvement in each of these
Education / Certifications
High school diploma or equivalent requiredB.S in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction related field or equivalent work experience preferredProficient in Excel - 5 years working with trackers and functions - lookups, pivotsStrong financial acumenExperience / Minimum Requirements
5 years of experience performing (or equivalent work experience) :Direct supervision / management of employees and contractorsNode engineering design, and / or construction implementation experienceExperience with optical test equipment is a plus including OTDR, PMD, Optical Spectrum AnalyzerWorking knowledge of node construction standards (aerial and underground associated work for power / fiber connectivity)Working knowledge of NESC, NEC, GO95 and OSHA standardsGood understanding of AC power - meters, WTR fused services and understanding of streetlight electrical is a plusAbility for read construction drawings / plan sets and evaluate accuracy and constructabilityProven people and project management skillsCandidate has a strong background in and a good working knowledge of small cell and fiber optic infrastructure engineering, construction, and integration and closeout methodsFamiliarity with Outside Plant (OSP) standards and practices including GO95 and GO128Ability to diagnose workflow issues and institute remedies - critical thinkingThe individual must possess and employ the highest ethical and business standards and always conduct himself / herself with the greatest degree of professional integrityPosition needs to be able to operate in a fast-paced customer focused environment handling multiple priorities at a time, delivering quality service to diverse user groups and customersA positive attitude and desire to deliver exceptional results for our customers.Personal commitment to safety, integrity, and continual professional developmentStrong Microsoft Office (Excel, Visio, Word, and PowerPoint) skills - Good skills needed with Excel (v / x lookup, pivot tables)Understanding of RF equipment and components as well as applicable wireless construction standards - grounding, EME safety, power (AC and DC)Familiarity with RF testing and validation - PIM and Sweep testing standardsExperience with Closeout Packages for wireless site / node deliverables and fiber optic test packagesIf you are interested in this Quality Engineer job, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis go to . If you have questions about the position, please contact Sunny Kumar at Sunny.Kumar1@akkodisgroup.com.
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Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer : These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.
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