Data Center Fiber Network Engineer

Congruex LLC
United States
about 2 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Computer-Aided Design Geographic Information Systems Data Centers Enterprise Data Management Bicsi

Job description

As the Data Center Fiber Network Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and managing high-speed optical routing infrastructure for mission-critical data centers. You will architect and optimize Outside Plant (OSP) and Inside Plant (ISP) fiber pathways to support scalable, reliable, and low-latency connectivity. Your customers include hyperscale providers, enterprise clients, and internal engineering teams, and you will make meaningful contributions to the company’s success through technical expertise, strategic infrastructure planning, and operational efficiency., Design OSP fiber ingress and egress routes, including trenching, conduit sizing, and manhole placement for data center connectivity. Develop ISP pathways, including duct banks, cable trays, raceways, and riser systems while maintaining compliance with design standards. Perform capacity planning by analyzing bandwidth demands, fiber counts, and splice requirements to support scalable infrastructure growth. Create detailed route maps, rack layouts, floor plans, and fiber block diagrams using CAD and GIS design software. Ensure all designs align with TIA, BICSI, and fire safety standards while meeting airflow and operational requirements. Generate bills of materials (BOM), project cost estimates, and procurement specifications. Additional responsibilities within functional scope based on business needs.

Requirements

Education, Licensing, and Certifications Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field. BICSI RCDD and/or FOA certifications preferred.

Experience 5+ years of experience in OSP/ISP fiber design, telecommunications engineering, or data center infrastructure planning. Experience designing high-density fiber optic systems in mission-critical environments.

Skills and Abilities Strong knowledge of fiber design tools, GIS systems, and CAD software. Deep understanding of single-mode and multi-mode fiber optics, optical transceivers, splice tray organization, and cable management systems. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in hyperscale or enterprise data center environments. Familiarity with white space architecture and structured cabling systems.

Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and work in office or data center environments for extended periods. Work performed in indoor technical environments with occasional site visits. Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Benefits & conditions

We are committed to building a workplace where employees feel supported and recognized. We invest in employees through a comprehensive approach, including the benefits below with eligibility on Day 1 of employment: Medical, Dental & Vision benefits with 70% paid by the company 401(k) with company match up to 4% and immediate vesting Flexible PTO for exempt roles 10 company paid holidays (9 standard and 1 floating) Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave options Company Paid Basic Life Insurance (with employee paid voluntary options) Free wellness benefits like counseling, financial planning, and more

About the company

Congruex provides digital infrastructure solutions through engineering and construction services that connect communities nationwide. This includes wireline, wireless, data centers, and utility services from initial concept to market go-live.

With employees across the United States and India, the work we do enables essential infrastructure for the future of communications.

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