Principal Engineer Outside Plant

Verizon Communications; Alpharetta (GA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Tuition assistance

Parental leave

Job summary

Verizon Communications is seeking a senior engineer/PM leader in Georgia to guide a team across design, engineering, and implementation of fiber optic infrastructure in major markets. You’ll provide SME guidance, coordinate data, and drive strategic programs while managing vendor relationships.

The role requires 6+ years of experience, a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, and up to 25% travel. It is a hybrid work arrangement with in-office expectations and strong focus on performance metrics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or four or more years of work experience.
• Six or more years of relevant experience.
• Willingness to travel up to approximately 25% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Engineers and Project Managers in design, engineering and implementation of fiber optic infrastructure and transmission technologies across major metropolitan markets.
• Provide subject matter expertise on multiple Outside Plant Engineering functions, processes, and systems.
• Analyze data, regional input, and report results with recommendations on strategic operating programs such as FTTP/NT, FTTCS, HiCap and CORE services.
• Engage with Engineering Support and IT teams to identify system fixes and enhancements and support North Star architecture.
• Oversee SOW contract management and vendor engagement to ensure pricing and quality.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of work experience

Six+ years relevant experience

Job description

When you join Verizon

You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the #VTeamLife.

What you’ll be doing...

Verizon is investing in its network to improve the way we live, work, and communicate. As part of this network transformation, you will help build one network engineered for growth for all lines of business. You will assist in leading a team of Engineers and Project Managers in the design, engineering and implementation of fiber optic infrastructure and transmission technologies across major metropolitan markets. You’ll develop an understanding of business drivers, technological direction and market conditions necessary for developing and implementing cost-effective and highly reliable fiber optic transport networks.

Providing subject matter expertise on multiple Outside Plant Engineering functions, processes, and systems in support of the Engineering organization

Analyzing and coordinate data, regional Engineering input, and report results, and provide recommendations on strategic operating programs, including, but not limited to, FTTP/NT, FTTCS, and HiCap and CORE services

Engaging with Engineering Support and IT teams to identify and implement system fixes and enhancements while supporting North Star system architecture development and deployment

Running point on special projects as determined by Executive Director or Senior Manager to be beneficial to the efficiency and productivity of the organization, including, but not limited to, business intelligence, data analytics, organizational structure, and partner stakeholder engagement

Overseeing SOW contract management and vendor engagement to ensure effective pricing and a quality product, in the areas of: Spend Management, Task/Unit Management, Sourcing Interface, Staff, Systems, and IT Interface.

• Providing subject matter expertise on multiple Outside Plant Engineering functions, processes, and systems in support of the Engineering organization

• Analyzing and coordinate data, regional Engineering input, and report results, and provide recommendations on strategic operating programs, including, but not limited to, FTTP/NT, FTTCS, and HiCap and CORE services

• Engaging with Engineering Support and IT teams to identify and implement system fixes and enhancements while supporting North Star system architecture development and deployment

• Running point on special projects as determined by Executive Director or Senior Manager to be beneficial to the efficiency and productivity of the organization, including, but not limited to, business intelligence, data analytics, organizational structure, and partner stakeholder engagement

• Overseeing SOW contract management and vendor engagement to ensure effective pricing and a quality product, in the areas of: Spend Management, Task/Unit Management, Sourcing Interface, Staff, Systems, and IT Interface.

This role is located at any approved Verizon facility in GA.

What we’re looking for...You’ll need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience.

• Six or more years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through one or a combination of work and/or military experience, or specialized training.

• Willingness to travel up to approximately 25% of the time.

Even better if you have one or more of the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field.

• Experience in Outside Plant Engineering.

• Technical knowledge of Verizon OSP network capabilities, products, and services, as well as associated processes.

• Experience in Google Workspace Suite of products, especially Drive, Sheets, and Slides.

• Experience and proficiency in the following Verizon systems: vBuild, CP, BDMS, FIMS/ICGS/ IDDS, PRS, TIRKS, CoFEE/Canvas, APP, and LFACS.

When you join Verizon

You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the #VTeamLife.

What you’ll be doing...

Verizon is investing in its network to improve the way we live, work, and communicate. As part of this network transformation, you will help build one network engineered for growth for all lines of business. You will assist in leading a team of Engineers and Project Managers in the design, engineering and implementation of fiber optic infrastructure and transmission technologies across major metropolitan markets. You’ll develop an understanding of business drivers, technological direction and market conditions necessary for developing and implementing cost-effective and highly reliable fiber optic transport networks.

Providing subject matter expertise on multiple Outside Plant Engineering functions, processes, and systems in support of the Engineering organization

Analyzing and coordinate data, regional Engineering input, and report results, and provide recommendations on strategic operating programs, including, but not limited to, FTTP/NT, FTTCS, and HiCap and CORE services

Engaging with Engineering Support and IT teams to identify and implement system fixes and enhancements while supporting North Star system architecture development and deployment

Running point on special projects as determined by Executive Director or Senior Manager to be beneficial to the efficiency and productivity of the organization, including, but not limited to, business intelligence, data analytics, organizational structure, and partner stakeholder engagement

Overseeing SOW contract management and vendor engagement to ensure effective pricing and a quality product, in the areas of: Spend Management, Task/Unit Management, Sourcing Interface, Staff, Systems, and IT Interface.

• Providing subject matter expertise on multiple Outside Plant Engineering functions, processes, and systems in support of the Engineering organization

• Analyzing and coordinate data, regional Engineering input, and report results, and provide recommendations on strategic operating programs, including, but not limited to, FTTP/NT, FTTCS, and HiCap and CORE services

• Engaging with Engineering Support and IT teams to identify and implement system fixes and enhancements while supporting North Star system architecture development and deployment

• Running point on special projects as determined by Executive Director or Senior Manager to be beneficial to the efficiency and productivity of the organization, including, but not limited to, business intelligence, data analytics, organizational structure, and partner stakeholder engagement

• Overseeing SOW contract management and vendor engagement to ensure effective pricing and a quality product, in the areas of: Spend Management, Task/Unit Management, Sourcing Interface, Staff, Systems, and IT Interface.

This role is located at any approved Verizon facility in GA.

What we’re looking for...You’ll need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience.

• Six or more years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through one or a combination of work and/or military experience, or specialized training.

• Willingness to travel up to approximately 25% of the time.

Even better if you have one or more of the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field.

• Experience in Outside Plant Engineering.

• Technical knowledge of Verizon OSP network capabilities, products, and services, as well as associated processes.

• Experience in Google Workspace Suite of products, especially Drive, Sheets, and Slides.

• Experience and proficiency in the following Verizon systems: vBuild, CP, BDMS, FIMS/ICGS/ IDDS, PRS, TIRKS, CoFEE/Canvas, APP, and LFACS.

Where you’ll be working

In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes working from home and a minimum of three days per week in the office, which will be set by your manager. Employees are responsible for maintaining compliance with hybrid work policies.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Equal Employment Opportunity

Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.

Benefits and Compensation

Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon. From health and wellness benefit options including: medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance, identity theft protection, pet insurance and group home & auto insurance. We also offer a matched 401(k) savings plan, up to 8 company paid holidays per year and up to 6 personal days per year, paid parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, plus other incentives, we’ve got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package. Depending on the role, employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, allowances, etc. Newly hired employees receive up to 15 days of vacation per year, which grows with additional service. For part-timers, your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances.

The salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours.

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