Telecom / Fibre Backbone Engineer | Tangent International Global | Breda, Netherlands

Tangent International Global; Breda; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Tangent International Global is seeking an experienced Telecom / Fibre Backbone Engineer to support critical telecommunications infrastructure projects in the Netherlands. The role focuses on fibre backbone, transport and mobile network environments, performing maintenance, installations, upgrades and troubleshooting with independence and high quality standards.

Based in the Netherlands, you will coordinate with remote teams, interpret engineering documentation and ensure successful project

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Telecom Engineer, Fibre Engineer or Backbone Engineer.
• Ability to work independently at telecom sites with minimal supervision.
• Experience supporting telecommunications infrastructure and fibre optic networks.
• Knowledge of telecom operations, maintenance and field engineering practices.
• Experience reading and working from technical drawings and network documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to execute technical procedures and follow engineering instructions.
• Based in the Netherlands and available to start immediately or on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Perform onsite technical work across telecom backbone, transport and fibre network environments.
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot and support telecommunications infrastructure and equipment.
• Execute fibre patching, testing, migration and backbone network activities.
• Perform network infrastructure upgrades, equipment replacements and cabinet swap projects.
• Analyze fibre measurements and network performance data to identify issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Coordinate with remote engineering and operations teams to execute project activities.
• Interpret technical drawings, network designs, patching diagrams and engineering documentation.
• Ensure all field activities are completed in accordance with project plans and quality standards.
• Support network commissioning, testing, migration and acceptance procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of completed work, testing results and site documentation.

Skills

Telecom Engineer

Fibre Engineer

Backbone Engineer

Independent Worker

Technical Drawings

Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Field Engineering

Netherlands Based

Job description

Job Title: Telecom / Fibre Backbone Engineer | Tangent International Global | Breda, Netherlands

Recruiting Company: Tangent International Global

Job Location: Breda, Netherlands

Job Type: 12-Month Rolling Contract | Onsite

Tangent International Global is seeking an experienced Telecom / Fibre Backbone Engineer to support critical telecommunications infrastructure projects in the Netherlands. This role is ideal for a hands-on telecom professional who can independently execute complex field activities involving fibre backbone, transport, and mobile network infrastructure while ensuring high standards of quality and operational excellence.

Detailed Job Description

As a Telecom / Fibre Backbone Engineer, you will be responsible for performing technical activities at telecommunications sites, including fibre backbone networks, transport systems, and mobile infrastructure environments. Working both independently and alongside remote engineering teams, you will execute planned maintenance, installations, upgrades, migrations, and troubleshooting activities. The successful candidate will have the technical expertise to assess site conditions, analyze network issues, interpret engineering documentation, and ensure successful project delivery. This position requires a highly reliable and self-sufficient engineer capable of taking ownership of technical outcomes while maintaining effective communication with remote support and project stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform onsite technical work across telecom backbone, transport, and fibre network environments
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and support telecommunications infrastructure and equipment
• Execute fibre patching, testing, migration, and backbone network activities
• Perform network infrastructure upgrades, equipment replacements, and cabinet swap projects
• Analyze fibre measurements and network performance data to identify issues and recommend corrective actions
• Coordinate with remote engineering and operations teams to execute project activities
• Interpret technical drawings, network designs, patching diagrams, and engineering documentation
• Ensure all field activities are completed in accordance with project plans and quality standards
• Support network commissioning, testing, migration, and acceptance procedures
• Maintain accurate records of completed work, testing results, and site documentation

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Proven experience working as a Telecom Engineer, Fibre Engineer, Backbone Engineer, or similar role
• Strong ability to work independently at telecom sites with minimal supervision
• Experience supporting telecommunications infrastructure and fibre optic networks
• Knowledge of telecom operations, maintenance, and field engineering practices
• Experience reading and working from technical drawings and network documentation
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent communication and coordination skills
• Ability to accurately execute technical procedures and follow engineering instructions
• Must be currently based in the Netherlands and available to start immediately or at short notice

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Previous experience with a Dutch telecom operator or telecom contractor
• Experience with backbone, core, or transport network infrastructure
• Hands-on fibre splicing experience
• BTS (Base Transceiver Station) installation and mobile network experience
• Knowledge of microwave and radio transmission systems
• Experience with DWDM (Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing) platforms
• Experience performing telecom cabinet swaps and migration projects
• Ability to analyze OTDR (Optical Time Domain Reflectometer) and fibre test results
• Knowledge of transmission technologies and carrier-grade telecom networks

Recruitment Pro Tip

For telecom backbone engineering roles, highlight specific technologies and projects on your CV, including fibre backbone deployments, DWDM networks, microwave links, BTS integrations, OTDR testing, cabinet migration projects, and network commissioning activities. Quantifying fibre routes delivered, network upgrades completed, or critical incidents resolved can significantly improve your chances of securing an interview.