DWDM/Optical Transport Engineer

ManpowerGroup Global, Inc.; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Health Savings Account

401(k) Plus Match

Weekly Pay

Job summary

ManpowerGroup's client, a leading organization in the telecommunications and technology sector, seeks a DWDM/Optical Transport Engineer to join its team in Ashburn, VA. The role focuses on hands-on support for the Ciena 6500 DWDM platform, including deployment, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance to ensure high availability and reliable network performance.

The ideal candidate will adapt quickly, solve problems proactively, and collaborate effectively within a diverse team environment

Qualifications

• DWDM optical transport networks experience with Ciena 6500 platform.
• Experience diagnosing optical issues including signal loss, reflections and power deviations.
• Proficiency reading signal flow diagrams and using optical testing tools (OTDRs, VFLs).
• Experience with automation tools and workflows; quick to adapt to new tech.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, test, turn‑up, maintain and troubleshoot Ciena 6500 DWDM networks in a data center environment.
• Use OTDRs, power meters, and VFLs to diagnose and test optical links.
• Maintain optical transport gear: OLS, ROADMs, amplifiers, mux/demux, transponders.
• Read signal flow diagrams to troubleshoot network issues.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational workflows and troubleshooting efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on deployments and maintenance.

Skills

DWDM networks

Ciena 6500 platform

Signal flow diagrams

Tools

OTDRs

VFLs

Optical power meters

Job description

Our client, a leading organization in the telecommunications and technology sector, is seeking aDWDM/Optical Transport Engineer to join their team. In this role, you will provide hands‑on support for the Ciena 6500 DWDM platform, supporting metro deployments, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance to ensure high availability and reliable network performance. The ideal candidate will demonstrate quick adaptability, proactive problem‑solving skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a diverse team environment.

Job Title: DWDM/Optical Transport Engineer
Locations Available: Ashburn, VA
Hours: 40/hrs Week, 5 Days/Week Onsite-(Possibility of Shifts)
Pay Range: $45/hr

What's the Job?

• Support the deployment, testing, turn‑up, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Ciena 6500 DWDM optical transport networks within a data center environment.
• Utilize optical testing and troubleshooting tools, including OTDRs, optical power meters, and VFLs, to diagnose issues and perform optical testing such as power level measurements, insertion loss testing, span validation, and signal degradation analysis.
• Support and maintain optical transport infrastructure, including OLS, ROADMs, amplifiers, mux/demux systems, and transponders.
• Read and interpret signal flow diagrams to troubleshoot and resolve optical network issues.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational processes, workflows, and troubleshooting efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support network deployments, maintenance activities, and operational initiatives.

What's Needed?

• Strong knowledge and hands‑on experience with DWDM optical transport networks and Ciena 6500 DWDM platform, including deployment, testing, turn‑up, and troubleshooting.
• Experience diagnosing and resolving optical issues, including signal loss, ORL, reflections, power deviations, and fiber connectivity issues.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting signal flow diagrams and using optical testing and troubleshooting tools, including OTDRs and VFLs.
• Experience utilizing automation tools and workflows, with the ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and processes.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities in a fast‑paced environment with minimum supervision.

What's in it for me?

• Engage in cutting‑edge network deployment and troubleshooting projects.
• Collaborate with a diverse and innovative team of professionals.
• Enhance your technical skills with advanced optical and network systems.
• Be part of a forward‑thinking organization committed to technological excellence.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast‑changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in‑demand talent.