Optical Field Engineer – Deployments & Troubleshooting

Hamilton Barnes ?

Dallas (TX)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Hamilton Barnes seeks a highly skilled Field Engineer to deploy, configure, and troubleshoot advanced optical networking equipment and fiber cabling at customer sites nationwide. You will lead field deployments and perform fiber characterization, network testing, and turn‑up activities across long haul and regional networks.

The role requires coordinating deployments, providing remote support, and creating thorough site documentation.

Qualifications

4-year degree or equivalent industry experience.
Telecom experience required.
Willingness to travel up to 75%.
Knowledge of provisioning on optical platforms such as Ciena 6500/RSP, Nokia 1830/IPD, and Infinera XTM/GX.
Proficiency in Office 365.

Responsibilities

Deploy, configure, and integrate packet-optical network equipment in the factory and field.
Perform Fiber Optic Characterization analysis and network test & turn-up.
Execute network migrations and comprehensive testing on complex optical networks.
Act as Deployment Lead, organizing and planning successful field deployments.
Provide remote technical support and troubleshoot long haul, metro, and regional optical networks.
Conduct site surveys and produce technical documentation.
Collaborate with internal and external project teams to identify and address risks and execute per the Statement of Work.