Fiber Engineer

GCS Recruitment; Quincy (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on training

Exposure to large-scale fiber projects

Career progression

Collaborative environment

Job summary

GCS Recruitment seeks a motivated Fiber Engineer to join our growing telecommunications team. You will support fiber optic deployment, perform testing, and gain hands-on field experience across project sites.

Travel to assigned sites is required as you help ensure quality and reliability of fiber networks. You will review drawings, verify performance against specifications, and collaborate with ISP/OSP activities.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of fiber optics, telecommunications, or cabling systems.
• Understanding of fiber testing principles; OTDR experience is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and network diagrams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to travel regularly to project locations.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and eagerness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Travel to assigned project sites within your regional territory.
• Perform fiber optic testing on newly installed and existing networks.
• Conduct OTDR testing and trace analysis to identify faults and signal loss.
• Verify network performance against project specifications and quality standards.
• Support ISP and OSP network activities, including testing and handover.
• Assist with building entry, fiber termination, and internal connectivity.
• Review technical drawings, network documentation, and field data.
• Maintain accurate testing records and project documentation.
• Communicate findings and progress updates with project teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Fiber optics

OTDR testing

Network diagrams

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Travel willingness

Eagerness to learn

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a motivated Fiber Engineer to join our growing telecommunications team. This role supports fiber optic network deployment projects across multiple regions, with a strong focus on fiber testing, quality assurance, and network verification. The position offers hands‑on field experience, regular travel to project sites, and excellent opportunities for learning and career growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Travel to assigned project sites within your regional territory.
• Perform fiber optic testing on newly installed and existing networks.
• Conduct OTDR testing and trace analysis to identify faults and signal loss.
• Verify network performance against project specifications and quality standards.
• Support ISP and OSP network activities, including testing and handover.
• Assist with building entry, fiber termination, and internal connectivity.
• Review technical drawings, network documentation, and field data.
• Maintain accurate testing records and project documentation.
• Communicate findings and progress updates with project teams and stakeholders.

Required Skills & Experience

• Basic knowledge of fiber optics, telecommunications, or cabling systems.
• Understanding of fiber testing principles; OTDR experience is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and network diagrams.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to travel regularly to project locations.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and eagerness to learn.

Desirable Skills

• Fiber splicing experience.
• Exposure to ISP/OSP network environments.
• Familiarity with GIS mapping tools and network layouts.
• Knowledge of fiber infrastructure, termination panels, ducts, and enclosures.

What We Offer

• Hands‑on training and development opportunities.
• Exposure to large‑scale fiber network deployment projects.
• Career progression within a growing telecommunications sector.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to work with industry‑leading fiber technologies.

GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.