Remote Lead Engineer - AI-Ready Network Deployments

Lumen Technologies, Inc.; Colorado; Remote; USD 109,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Lifestyle benefits

Job summary

Lumen Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Lead Engineer to support and manage field deployments of long-haul optical transport networks. You will conduct site surveys, review BoMs, guide installation teams, and ensure quality and uptime for network upgrades.

This role demands hands-on telecom design knowledge, OTDR testing, and leadership with up to 50% travel. A valid driver’s license and TS/SCI clearance are required to perform field operations.

Qualifications

• 2+ years supporting P9k program in field engineering
• Technical knowledge of Telecom ISP design and installation
• Experience using Optical Power Meter and test equipment
• Knowledge of AC/DC power and grounding
• Experience using amp and voltmeter
• Experience operating OTDR
• Knowledge of standard security operations and procedures
• Valid driver’s license
• TS/SCI clearance
• Willingness to travel up to 50%

Responsibilities

• Oversee site implementation including site surveys and cabinet installation.
• Review and prepare Statements of Work and SOW-related documentation.
• Coordinate with installation subcontractors and Field Operations Personnel.
• Provide remote troubleshooting during test & turn up phases and during operations.
• Develop and update Engineering Design Packages (EDP) and ensure field method consistency.
• Plan for future projects, ensuring resources, IRM, and equipment lists meet schedules and budgets.
• Serve as primary site deployments contact for Site Managers.

Skills

Telecom ISP design

OTDR analysis

Optical Power Meter

AC/DC Power & grounding

Electrical test equipment

Amp and voltmeter

Security operations procedures

Driver's license

TS/SCI clearance

Travel readiness

Tools

Optical Power Meter

OTDR

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Lumen Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Lead Engineer to support and manage field deployments of long-haul optical transport networks. You will conduct site surveys, review BoMs, guide installation teams, and ensure quality and uptime for network upgrades.

This role demands hands-on telecom design knowledge, OTDR testing, and leadership with up to 50% travel. A valid driver’s license and TS/SCI clearance are required to perform field operations.