Design Engineer - OCALC & MRE Engineer

Job Description

ROLE SUMMARY: An experienced candidate with Make Ready Engineering (MRE)/Aerial engineer who can work collaboratively with the engineering/design team on the production of design for fiber-based telecommunications infrastructure projects. These designs are created by analysis of all the inputs, understanding the requirements and designing the project on proprietary GIS system/Preferred softwares. Extensive knowledge of standards and specifications of NESC,GO-95 standards, fiber optic design, OSP construction, Aerial Infrastructure practices are required. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (Including, but not limited to): Checking the feasibility of the route & requesting for scoping/Fielding. Automation & innovative mindset to find best solution to avoid unnecessary manual task. Review field data collected; identify and report failures or missing data.Ability to interpret and understand field notes, schematics, maps, drawings & design packages. Complete pole loading analysis utilizing # O-Calc Pro tool & complete MRE for permit approvals. In depth understanding of modelling of a pole, spans, load cases, guys and anchors, tension and sag calculator, Digital measurement technology (DMT) to perform engineering with least support Checking the feasibility of the route & requesting for scoping/Fielding. Understanding of OSP engineering, expertise in Aerial plant to be able to identify attachments on utility poles (e.g., Conductors, insulators, communication lines, equipment, etc.) Navigate web-based programs to gather data and complete analysis. Review field data collected; identify and report failures or missing data. Ability to interpret and understand field notes, schematics, maps, drawings & design packages. Complete pole loading analysis utilizing #O-Calc/Spida Calc and submitting to client. Determine make ready solution that meets National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and/or GO 95 California Public utilities Commission (CPUC) codes. Tasks may include planning, scoping, redlining, drafting of fiber network in high-level or low-level design, checking the feasibility of design based on inputs, guidelines, and best practices in the industry. Research and interpret inputs from client to gather all details to successfully design a project. Co-ordinate with cross functional teams, ensure all region specific, client requirements are met before delivery of project. REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS: Must have 1 to 3 years of experience on Aerial Infrastructure designing with MRE & PLA using OCALC is mandatory. Candidates must have hands on experience on Ocalc doing PLA analysis evaluation with thorough understanding of different reports, values required for permitting & necessary alterations necessary, knowledge on PLS-CADD will be an added advantage. Understanding of OSP engineering, expertise in Aerial plant to be able to identify attachments on utility poles (e.g., Conductors, insulators, communication lines, equipment, etc.) Must have knowledge of MRE engineering Aspects & Key pointers to get permits from Jurisdictions for multiple vendors across regions of USA. Having a prior work experience in Aerial design tools, using loading software will be given preference. Having a prior work experience in OSP design tools & Advance fielding tools (Katapult & IKE) will be an added advantage. Having a prior work experience in Comcast, Wyyerd, Cox & AT&T OSP design tools and process will be an added advantage. Experience in Aerial Infrastructure designing & analysis, Telecom, Network Planning, Aerial Infrastructure designing & analysis. Should be able to do Scoping/ Redlining preparing & submitting packages to jurisdictions and other attachers part from the client. Understanding of Aerial/ Underground network deployment from end to end. Good understanding of drafting and designing of FTTX Projects. Good Experience in GIS, Google Map, Near Map & AutoCAD, Katapult, IKE tools will be an added advantage. PREFEERED QUALIFICATIONS: Education Qualification: Engineering Graduate in any stream Highly organized, self-starter and open to work on multiple projects as per business needs Good time management, able to meet tight deadlines Flexible to work in shifts and contribute as per need Good and effective communication and interpersonal skills Working knowledge of MS office.