Sr. Planning Engineer, Capacity Planning-Denver, CO or Dallas, TX

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively analyze network performance and traffic trends to identify capacity constraints, anticipate future demand, and support subscriber growth and new service offerings.
• Design and recommend network architecture enhancements and upgrades that enable scalable, high-performance capacity growth.
• Plan and design outside plant fiber modifications required to support evolving network architecture, leveraging GIS-based planning tools.
• Develop clear, detailed planning handoff packages that translate strategy and analysis into actionable designs for engineering and implementation partners.
• Perform network analysis and architectural reviews to support funding decisions and long-term investment planning.

Required Competencies & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or relevant experience
• 3-5+ years experience of PON network equipment design
• 3-5+ years experience of capacity management experience
• Requires use of systems, including but not limited to 3GIS, O2, and Netbox
• Experience utilizing ESRI a plus
• Knowledge of Outside Plant and Fiber Optic Cable design principles
• Preferred knowledge of open access network design principles
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel or equivalent program
• Work independently with little or no oversight, be able to self-manage their workload and deliver all projects to meet deadlines
• Strong documentation writing and analytical skills
• Must be highly adept at collaborating with others, at all levels in the organization
• Experience with Metro/Ethernet network a plus

What We Look For In a Candidate

Forged Fiber’s culture is built on honesty, respect, trust, transparency, and a growth mindset. We strive to treat people at all levels in the organization as they want to be treated, and to operate with consistency, integrity, customer obsession, and courage.

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: $83,000-$138,000

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.