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Senior Fiber Engineer
Location: Remote
Contract: 12+ Months

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Fiber Engineer to join a dynamic field team supporting fiber network testing, troubleshooting, and remediation activities across ISP and OSP environments. This role requires hands-on expertise in OTDR analysis, fiber characterization, bidirectional testing, and fusion splicing to ensure the performance, reliability, and integrity of fiber optic networks.

The ideal candidate will have a strong telecommunications background and be comfortable working directly with vendors, project managers, and technical teams while traveling to customer sites as needed.

Key ResponsibilitiesPerform OTDR testing to validate fiber paths and identify faults, bends, splice losses, and connectivity issuesConduct fiber characterization, CD/PMD testing, bidirectional testing, and power meter/laser testingTroubleshoot fiber network issues and provide remediation recommendationsPerform fusion splicing, fiber repairs, and restoration activities as requiredConduct fiber end-face inspection and cleaning to maintain optimal network performancePrepare detailed test reports, redlined fiber documentation, and demarcation mapsDocument findings, remediation efforts, and retest results for project stakeholdersCollaborate with vendors, project managers, and internal teams to support project delivery and timelinesTravel to customer sites to perform testing, troubleshooting, and remediation activitiesRequired Qualifications5+ years of experience in Fiber Optics, Telecommunications, or a related fieldExperience working with both ISP (Inside Plant) and OSP (Outside Plant) fiber networksStrong expertise in OTDR testing, analysis, and troubleshootingExperience with CD/PMD testing, bidirectional testing, and power/loss measurementsHands-on experience with fusion splicing and fiber remediationKnowledge of fiber end-face inspection and cleaning proceduresProficiency in Microsoft Word and ExcelStrong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication and documentation abilitiesAbility to work independently and manage multiple prioritiesWillingness to travel as requiredPreferred SkillsExperience supporting fiber deployment, maintenance, and network validation projectsAbility to interpret complex test results and communicate findings to technical and non-technical stakeholdersExperience working closely with vendors and project management teamsDeliverablesOTDR, CD/PMD, and power/loss testing reportsRedlined fiber path documentation and demarcation mapsDocumented remediation activities and retest resultsTest findings and performance recommendations provided to vendors and stakeholdersWork EnvironmentWork as part of a small, collaborative field teamPartner closely with Project Managers, Fiber Analysts, and vendor contactsFlexible travel schedule based on project and customer requirementsMust-Have Experience

Fiber Testing
OTDR Analysis & Troubleshooting
ISP/OSP Fiber Networks
Fiber Characterization (CD/PMD)
Fusion Splicing & Remediation
Telecommunications Environments

If you're a hands-on Fiber Engineer with strong testing and troubleshooting experience looking to support critical network infrastructure projects, we'd love to connect with you.