Senior Fiber Network Planner – OSP (FTTP / PON / GIS)

About the role

The Senior Network Planning Engineer oversees, plans, budgets, and manages the network growth, modernization, consolidation, and advancement needs for a fiber-focused business. This role involves determining optimal network distribution solutions based on demand, architecture, funding, and anticipated growth.

Responsibilities

• Designing, building, and enhancing tools that support Joint Use operations and compliance.
• Leading the rollout and transition of platforms like JU360, PowerApps, and integrations with Site Tracker, IQGEO, DPI, Qport, AldenOne, NJUNS, and others.
• Managing and developing automation solutions to streamline workflows and improve operational efficiency.
• Creating and implementing training programs, including training dashboards, to ensure adoption and effective use of tools across teams.
• Overseeing timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder communications for internal tool initiatives.
• Developing dashboards and reports in Tableau and other platforms to track performance, compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Monitoring key performance indicators and presenting progress and insights to the Senior Leadership Team.
• Identifying gaps and opportunities to streamline workflows and improve data integrity.
• Ensuring accurate documentation and adherence to regulatory and internal standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of five (5) years of related experience.
• A broad network understanding: access networks, FTTP/FTTN, BBDLC network, Ethernet Services, Feeder/Distribution facilities, Customer Prem solutions, MDU/MTU solutions, SONET, Wireless Transport/Data dependencies, OSP architectures, PON architectures, CPE solutions, GIS experience, CAD based drawing systems.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Experience with common analytics tools (i.e., Alteryx, Tableau).
• Understanding of LEAN concepts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or job-related field preferred.
• Database skills which include creation, scripting, and programming (i.e., Microsoft SQL), preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work cross-functionally to achieve positive outcomes.
• Ability to work in a team environment driven by partnerships and collaborate with colleagues.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
• Strong verbal and written communication, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
• Ability to adjust to rapidly changing priorities and work within critical deadlines.
• Ability to operate with a customer-focus mindset.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401k
• Flexible spending account
• Paid sick leave and paid time off
• Parental leave
• Quarterly performance bonus
• Training
• Career growth and education reimbursement programs

Pay

$99,391 to $145,800 annually

Schedule

Full-time