Network Implementation Engineer II - Vancouver, WA

About Forged Fiber

Forged Fiber's mission is to deliver fast, reliable, future-proof connectivity that builds the foundation for everything online. Our foundation guides how we build, operate, and maintain a state-of-the-art open-access fiber network platform that empowers millions. Every role at Forged Fiber matters, every contribution counts, and together, employees create impact through teamwork, trust, and a shared commitment to excellence.

The Role

The Network Implementation Engineer II is responsible for design and preparation of Engineering Work Orders for various projects including land developments, new buildings, single line requests, rehab, DSL, FTTN, FTTH, FTTT, road relocations, and special circuit requests. They utilize tools such as NDS, AutoCAD, Fireworks/Bidmaster, JDS, FORTE, WFMT, ARMOR, TIRKS, LFACS, and the full suite of Microsoft Office. As an OSP field engineer, they are assigned a geographic area and are responsible for all OSP job requests. This position involves developing plans for the implementation of new plant construction or modifications to existing facilities, preparing plans and specifications, acquiring civil permits, managing workload, and maintaining positive interactions with internal and external customers.

Main Responsibilities

• Develops/defines plans for the implementation of new plant construction or modifications to existing facilities.
• Prepares plans and specifications, to include gathering field data.
• Affirms that the most feasible, practical, and economical means to complete the work are utilized.
• Provides cost data to support capital planning and budgeting.
• Maintains project expenditures.
• Oversees the installation/construction and testing of plant facilities.
• Skilled in planning and/or engineering.
• Analyzes local and wide area network systems and/or customer network environment, including planning, designing, evaluating, selecting operating systems and protocol suites, and configuring communication media with concentrators, bridges, and other devices.
• Solves interoperability problems to obtain operations across all platforms including e-mail, file transfer, multimedia, teleconferencing, and the like.
• Configures systems to user environments.
• Supports acquisition and implementation of hardware and software as well as subcontractor services as needed.

What We Look For In a Candidate

We value honesty, respect, trust, transparency, and a growth mindset. We strive to treat people as they want to be treated and operate with consistency, integrity, customer obsession, and courage. We're looking for top-tier talent to join Forged Fiber that can help us bring this mindset to our everyday work and deliver meaningful results.

Main Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and relevant experience.
• 5 to 7 years related experience in telecommunications, engineering, or network planning.
• Knowledgeable and able to work in appropriate systems and Microsoft Office.
• Fluent on current approved products and technology.
• Work with Planning, Operations, and all internal and external customers, maintain budget, and assist with forecasting budgets.
• Maintain positive interaction between all governing authorities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Pay & Benefits

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors. Location-Based Pay Ranges: $63,000 - $106,000. Forged Fiber offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

Background Screening

If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. Forged Fiber participates in E-Very and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Employers can only use E-Very once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. This role is pre-designated as safety-sensitive under applicable state laws due to routine work at heights, near utilities, and around live traffic, where impairment poses a significant safety risk.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of Forged Fiber to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training. In addition, Forged Fiber will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, and is a fair change employer and does not initiate a background check until after an offer is made.