Fiber Network Engineer

Selectek; Tucker (GA); On-site; USD 55,104 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

Selectek is hiring a Fiber Network Engineer in Tucker, Georgia, for a contract role expected to last over 12 months. The position involves planning and operational oversight of a middle-mile fiber network. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in network design and GIS, along with a Bachelor's degree in a related field. Proficiency in GIS and AutoCAD is preferred. The role offers a pay range of $40-$50 per hour based on experience. Interested applicants should apply via email or link provided.

Qualifications

• 5 years network design/GIS experience including work with fiber optic plant.
• Previous utility experience preferred.
• Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations: UTC Level 1 & 2 – Fiber Optic Designer Certification.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, design, and operational oversight for middle-mile fiber network.
• Develop, design, evaluate, and apply fiber design techniques and standards.
• Maintain and update documentation for fiber optic networks.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Time-management

Analytical and creative problem-solving

Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or Information Systems

Master’s Degree in GIS

Associate’s Degree in Electronics, Computer Science, Information Technology

Tools

GIS

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Summary

Selectek is partnering with a firm in Tucker, Georgia to hire a Fiber Network Engineer on a contract basis. This assignment is expected to run 12+ months.

Candidates in this role will support planning, design, coordination, testing, and operational oversight for our expanding middle-mile fiber network. This role bridges OSP fiber engineering with network reliability coordination and NOC collaboration.

Employment Details

Employment Type: Contract (12+ Months). Location: Tucker, GA. Expected Pay Range: $40- $50 per hour before permanent conversion depending on experience and certification.

Requirements

• Education: Preferred - Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or Information Systems. Master’s Degree in GIS.
• Experience: 5 years network design/GIS experience including work with fiber optic plant. Previous utility experience preferred. Experience in GIS, AutoCAD, or other design work preferred.
• Equivalent Experience: Associate’s Degree in Electronics, Computer Science, Information Technology.
• Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations: UTC Level 1 & 2 – Fiber Optic Designer Certification or equivalent (strongly preferred).
• Specialized Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, excellent organization, time‑management, analytical and creative problem‑solving, and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as required by the work.
• Must be able to pass a NERC CIP personnel risk assessment screening.

In addition to these requirements, candidates must be eligible to work in the United States as Selectek is unable to provide sponsorship or work visa documentation.

Job Order Details

Performs fiber design functions requiring competencies in project planning, building, and maintaining the company’s fiber optic infrastructure. Independently develops, designs, evaluates, selects, or applies guidelines, procedures, and fiber design techniques and standards in an economically efficient and sound manner. Maintains and updates documentation for fiber optic networks, including inside and outside plants. This position requires a strong understanding of fiber optic infrastructure construction, maintenance, and spatial planning. Skilled at creating and documenting splice plans for construction projects and updating Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Collaborates with cross‑functional teams including FOC and GSOC Network Engineering to create detailed designs, ensure optimal network performance, and contribute to the successful implementation of fiber optic projects.

Contact Information

To be considered for this position, apply via the link, or if email is more convenient, send an up‑to‑date resume to [e-mail] and reference this job posting. Call 470.203.9530 to reach Joey Fairbanks from Selectek for more information.