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Role description:
At Arcadis IBI, we are seeking a highly skilled Technical Expert with strong academic and professional background in Telecom/IT/Networks to support the Independent Engineer (IE) activities under BSNL’s BharatNet Phase III project. The role involves technical validation, audit, monitoring, and support to ensure effective execution of Optical Fibre Cable (OFC) rollout, equipment integration, and compliance with contractual and quality standards.Position: Senior Engineer– Independent Engineer (IE) ProjectProject: BSNL BharatNet Phase IIILocation: West Bengal / Uttar PradeshReporting To: Project Manager – Independent Engineer Consortium (RailTel – Lead Partner, Arcadis IBI, Lion Group)
Role accountabilities:
- Oversee and monitor large-scale OFC deployment and related telecom infrastructure implementation in assigned states (West Bengal/Uttar Pradesh).
- Conduct site audits, inspections, and validations of work executed by the Project Implementing Agencies (PIAs).
- Ensure compliance with BSNL contractual obligations, technical standards, and timelines.
- Review and validate designs, BoQs, test plans, and acceptance testing procedures submitted by PIAs.
- Provide technical support in integration of OFC and active equipment with State Network Operations Centers (NOCs).
- Assist in acceptance testing (AT) – Depth AT, Fibre AT, Equipment AT, and NOC integration.
- Support the certification of invoices by validating milestone achievements against contractual deliverables.
- Ensure adherence to quality assurance, safety, and security practices during project execution.
- Prepare and submit technical reports, progress assessments, and recommendations to the Project Manager/BSNL.
- Support BSNL in resolving technical disputes or mismatches in project handover/takeover
Qualifications & Experience:
- Education: B.Tech/B.E./MCA in Electronics & Communication, Computer Science, Telecom, IT, or Electrical & Electronics.
- Experience: Minimum 6 years of relevant industry experience in telecom/IT/OFC projects.
- Certifications (Preferred): CCNA or equivalent network/telecom certifications.
- Experience in large-scale OFC rollout, telecom project audits, and contractual compliance is highly desirable.
Key Skills
- Strong understanding of telecom networks, OFC deployment, and IT systems.
- Familiarity with network testing tools, GIS mapping, and project management tools.
- Knowledge of BSNL/DoT standards, BharatNet project requirements, and government telecom contracts.
- Excellent analytical, reporting, and documentation skills.
- Strong coordination and communication abilities to liaise with BSNL, PIAs, and consortium partners.
Work Location
- Candidate will be based in West Bengal or Uttar Pradesh, with field travel as per project requirements.
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We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.Together, we can create a lasting legacy.Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & BelongingWe want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why equality and inclusion is at the forefront of all our activities. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity employer; women, minorities, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, caste, creed, colour, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, and gender identity.
