Belgium (Telecom / English): Fiber Network Consultant (REF18)

Our client: A leading telecom operator

Job Description :

As a fiber consultant you will be part of the Client Fixed Access Engineering Squad that is constantly working with cutting edge and diverse fixed technology. The main responsibilities of the team are situated on the physical layer: the optical network, and the HFC plant and platform running on those access networks

As a senior fiber consultant, you will focus on our vision to expand our fiber network and prepare for fiber-to-the-home connectivity. Key opportunities for the upcoming quarters take place in the following areas: fiber network topology, high- and low-level design, build activities, supporting tools, processes, and documentation

• The Network Engineer needs to be able to gather inputs from the surrounding units and translate them into technical requirements, to prepare technical documentation.
• Mandatory experience with COAX and fiber technologies.
• Experience in working in fiber design and construction.

Your tasks :

• Document and explore multiple options to introduce PON technology in our current fiber network topology, starting from high level design options with their cost implementations, and resulting in design guidelines to support the build organization
• Write technical documentation to support our key stakeholders
  • Requirements to support RFI/RFP
  • Technical documentation, input for training and trouble-shooting procedures
  • Instructions for our construction parties starting from design, civil works, fiber blowing, and spicing
• Interface with other engineering teams, build organization, and operatorial teams to acquire requirements and translate them into technical solutions and documentation
• Support initiatives to introduce innovative ideas in cooperation with operational & engineering departments

Your Profile :

• Service-minded: You keep calm in difficult situations and you always act with operational excellence in mind
• Technology watch: You constantly maintain an overview of the technology landscape and potential innovations
• Passion: You are passionate about technology and have a strong foundation and interest in fiber systems
• Flexible: You are comfortable with working in an Agile environment
• Endurance: Your take on life is not a sprint but a marathon and your focus is on long term goals and achievements
• Teamwork: you work well with others and welcome constructive criticism to improve your deliverables
• Sustainable: you are excited about playing a role in creating a sustainable network that is built to last, minimizing societal and environmental impact

Languages :

English is key, French is an asset

Type de mission : Freelance

Location : Belgium