Frontier Communications
Network Engineer III
Frontier Communications, Torrance, CA
Description
Network Engineer III
As the largest pure-play fiber provider in the U.S., we deliver blazing-fast broadband connectivity that unlocks the potential of millions of consumers and businesses. As a Frontier employee, you will be part of our purpose of Building Gigabit America-creating the digital infrastructure that the country needs to thrive today and into the next century. Join us! Visit www.frontier.com. See also Frontier's California - Job Applicant Privacy Notice available at https://frontier-careers.com/california-applicant-privacy-notice/.
What we're seeking:
This position is responsible for the application engineering of telecommunications outside plant in a local serving exchange environment. The responsibilities include planning and providing strategic guidance for OSP facility reinforcement for a geographical territory. The position is customer-facing and typically provides customer network solutions. Requires extensive OSP knowledge. Depended on to provide accurate budgetary OSP project estimates. Knowledge of approved Frontier Network Engineering systems/equipment is also required. First engineering contact for all high-bandwidth customer requests requiring facility augments or new builds. This position works as a team member with National Planning, Sales, Broadband/Transport, Construction, and Operations to support the growth and upgrades of telecommunications plant facilities. This person provides frontline project management for all Ethernet activity associated with outside plant customer orders. In this in-person role, you will be required to report to 2545 W 208th St, Torrance, CA to complete your work responsibilities.
What we need in you:
To be successful in this role you will need strong interpersonal and organizational skills coupled with a keen attention to detail. Technically, a solid background in the telecommunication industry, specifically experience with outside plant construction and ethernet systems will serve you well.
What you'll do:
10% Prepare and monitor the capital budget plan
40% Engineer, design and prepare project narrative and routing for Ethernet orders
30% Maintain inter-company relations to provide the information needed by sales, project management, construction, and operations for special projects. (pre-quals, BDT, boundary information, easement and ROW recording and service orders)
20% Project management oversight of all OSP capital construction activities to ensure conformance to requirements
What we offer:
Nothing is more important to our success than the team that built it. That's why we provide benefits to keep you and your family well. Some of which we're most proud to offer includes:
What background you should have:
Knowledge of outside plant activity and engineering tools including CAD, Ethernet order systems, circuit design, organizational skills, communication skills (written and verbal), and customer relations will be utilized in achieving desired results. Experience in Ethernet circuit designs and order processing. Outside plant construction, project management experience, and inventory management experience are a plus.
Education/Experience: B.S Engineering or equivalent preferred, or a minimum of 3 to 5 years experience in an outside plant position. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge with a heavy emphasis on outside plant design, cable count design, and capacities. Strong interpersonal skills are very important in discussions and meetings with the Engineering team, regional managers, vendors, local supervisors, and technicians.
Frontier salaries are estimated by third parties and may or may not reflect actual or total compensation. Please confirm with your recruiter.
In our line of work, where making connections is paramount, fostering a culture of inclusion is fundamental to our values. We firmly believe in leveraging the strength of diversity to drive digital connectivity forward. If your background brings a unique perspective and value different from what we've outlined, we encourage you to apply and join us in our mission to #BuildGigabitAmerica.
Frontier Communications is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.
Frontier Communications is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Network Engineer III
As the largest pure-play fiber provider in the U.S., we deliver blazing-fast broadband connectivity that unlocks the potential of millions of consumers and businesses. As a Frontier employee, you will be part of our purpose of Building Gigabit America-creating the digital infrastructure that the country needs to thrive today and into the next century. Join us! Visit www.frontier.com. See also Frontier's California - Job Applicant Privacy Notice available at https://frontier-careers.com/california-applicant-privacy-notice/.
What we're seeking:
This position is responsible for the application engineering of telecommunications outside plant in a local serving exchange environment. The responsibilities include planning and providing strategic guidance for OSP facility reinforcement for a geographical territory. The position is customer-facing and typically provides customer network solutions. Requires extensive OSP knowledge. Depended on to provide accurate budgetary OSP project estimates. Knowledge of approved Frontier Network Engineering systems/equipment is also required. First engineering contact for all high-bandwidth customer requests requiring facility augments or new builds. This position works as a team member with National Planning, Sales, Broadband/Transport, Construction, and Operations to support the growth and upgrades of telecommunications plant facilities. This person provides frontline project management for all Ethernet activity associated with outside plant customer orders. In this in-person role, you will be required to report to 2545 W 208th St, Torrance, CA to complete your work responsibilities.
What we need in you:
To be successful in this role you will need strong interpersonal and organizational skills coupled with a keen attention to detail. Technically, a solid background in the telecommunication industry, specifically experience with outside plant construction and ethernet systems will serve you well.
What you'll do:
- Frontline project management for T1, DS3, and Ethernet orders
- Engineering design for outside plant
- Proactive review of outside plant facilities to determine necessary upgrades and enhancements
- Communicate with Sales and Capital Management on budgetary project resolution
- Coordinate with peer Engineers for project design and construction to resolve roadblocks
- Communicate with all peers and departments to ensure proper project planning
- Maintain accurate cable records and updates
- Maintain and investigate ROWs and easements for releases
- Attend construction meetings • Prepare project justifications for approvals
- Prepare loop studies as needed
- Prepare cost estimates for BDTs
- Update records according to As-Builts
- Digitize the land base into the GIS system
- Research and respond to Ethernet order activity for outside plant
10% Prepare and monitor the capital budget plan
40% Engineer, design and prepare project narrative and routing for Ethernet orders
30% Maintain inter-company relations to provide the information needed by sales, project management, construction, and operations for special projects. (pre-quals, BDT, boundary information, easement and ROW recording and service orders)
20% Project management oversight of all OSP capital construction activities to ensure conformance to requirements
What we offer:
Nothing is more important to our success than the team that built it. That's why we provide benefits to keep you and your family well. Some of which we're most proud to offer includes:
- Salary Range: $67,000 to $128,000
- 20 PTO (Paid Time Off) days + 10 paid holidays per year
- Day one medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plan
- 401k match of 50% on 6% of eligible compensation
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Personal & Work Life Balance Resources & Wellness Support Assistance
- Employee Resource Groups
- Same-sex spouse and domestic partner benefits coverage
- 10 weeks of paid parental leave, & a phased return to work program for new parents
- Up to $10k in adoption program assistance
- 3 weeks of paid caregiver leave
What background you should have:
Knowledge of outside plant activity and engineering tools including CAD, Ethernet order systems, circuit design, organizational skills, communication skills (written and verbal), and customer relations will be utilized in achieving desired results. Experience in Ethernet circuit designs and order processing. Outside plant construction, project management experience, and inventory management experience are a plus.
Education/Experience: B.S Engineering or equivalent preferred, or a minimum of 3 to 5 years experience in an outside plant position. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge with a heavy emphasis on outside plant design, cable count design, and capacities. Strong interpersonal skills are very important in discussions and meetings with the Engineering team, regional managers, vendors, local supervisors, and technicians.
Frontier salaries are estimated by third parties and may or may not reflect actual or total compensation. Please confirm with your recruiter.
In our line of work, where making connections is paramount, fostering a culture of inclusion is fundamental to our values. We firmly believe in leveraging the strength of diversity to drive digital connectivity forward. If your background brings a unique perspective and value different from what we've outlined, we encourage you to apply and join us in our mission to #BuildGigabitAmerica.
Frontier Communications is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.
Frontier Communications is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.