Outside Plant Engineer

Lumen Argentina; Oregon (IL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Lumen Argentina is seeking a Network Implementation Engineer II (Outside Plant Engineer) to oversee various engineering projects and ensure proper execution in specific geographic areas. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to significant infrastructure developments while maintaining high-quality service to customers. Applicants should have relevant experience and an associate degree, with expertise in telecommunications and project management.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Life and voluntary lifestyle benefits

Qualifications

• 8 years related experience in telecommunications or engineering.
• Work with Planning, Operations and internal/external customers.
• Maintaining positive interaction between all governing authorities.

Responsibilities

• Develops plans for the implementation of new plant construction.
• Monitors and controls project expenditures.
• Ensures practical and economical means for the work are utilized.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to work in appropriate systems

Knowledge of copper and fiber networks

Education

Associate degree or equivalent education

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Job description

About Lumen

Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications – quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up – committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress.

We’re looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future.

The Role

The Network Implementation Engineer II (Outside Plant Engineer) responsibilities include design and preparation of Engineering Work Orders for land developments, new buildings, single line requests, Private relocations, FTTT, Road Improvement Relocations, augmentation projects and special circuit requests. Utilizing the following tools; NDS, AutoCAD, Fireworks/Bidmaster, JDS, FORTE, WFMT, ARMOR, TIRKS, LFACS, SITE TRACKER, and the full suite of Microsoft Office. As an OSP field engineer you will be assigned a geographic area and will be responsible for all OSP job requests. This position designs and acquires civil permits. This position also oversees Engineering Vendors and processes billing. Maintain positive interaction with Internal and External customers; maintain open conversation with Planning and all company departments providing high quality of service to the Lumen customers. Manage workload for a given area.

Location

Position located in Bend, OR.

The Main Responsibilities

• Develops/defines plans for the implementation of new plant construction or modifications to existing facilities.
• Prepares plans and specifications, to include gathering field data.
• Is responsible for issuance of work out to construction teams timely adhering to specific timelines.
• Ensures that the most feasible, practical and economical means to complete the work are utilized. Provides cost data to support capital planning and budgeting.
• Monitors and controls project expenditures.
• Oversees the projects through the life cycle of the projects.
• Skilled in planning and/or engineering.
• Analyzes local and wide area network systems and/or customer network environment, including planning, designing, evaluating to come up with solutions.
• Validates quality vendor work and processes billing for such work.
• Work with customers, developers and municipalities along with internal departments.

What We Look For in a Candidate

• Required
• Assoc degree or equivalent education and relevant experience.
• 8 years related experience in telecommunications, engineering, or network planning or equivalent.
• Knowledgeable and able to work in appropriate systems and Microsoft Office.
• Fluent on current approved products and technology.
• Work with Planning, Operations and all internal and external customers, maintain budget, and assist with forecasting budgets.
• Maintain positive interaction between all governing authorities
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience working with Utilities
• Knowledge of copper and fiber networks.

Compensation

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.

Location Based Pay Ranges:

$66,544 - $88,725 in these states: OR.

Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have about our bonus structure (short-term incentives, long-term incentives and/or sales compensation) as you move through the selection process.

Learn more about Lumen's:

Benefits

Bonus Structure

What to Expect Next

Based on your job application information you may be given the opportunity to complete a video interview immediately after applying. This will include a set of questions for you to record a response to in addition to Game Challenges. Completion of this video interview is a requirement in order to be considered for our open position. Now not a good time? No worries, we will also send you an email with a link to complete the video interview. We strongly recommend that you complete this within 5 days of your application date.

Requisition #: 338709

Background Screening

If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page. Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Equal Employment Opportunities

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, “protected statuses”). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.

Disclaimer

The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.

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Application Deadline
07/05/2025