Senior Fiber Optic Validation & Infrastructure Consultant

CBRE; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE seeks an experienced Senior Technical Consultant specializing in Fiber Optic Infrastructure and Validation to lead evaluation, qualification, and validation of fiber optic solutions. You will bridge engineering teams, manufacturers, and testing bodies, interpreting performance data to guide product readiness and improvements.

The role requires deep knowledge in ISP/OSP deployment, cabling, splicing, and troubleshooting, with a focus on data-driven recommendations and risk-based decision

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of fiber optic industry experience; 10+ years preferred.
• Experience in fiber optic manufacturing, telecommunications infrastructure, ISP/OSP deployment, or related technical roles.
• Strong understanding of fiber optic cable construction, installation, splicing, termination, and troubleshooting.
• Proven ability to interpret OTDR traces, event analysis, and reliability data.
• Excellent communication skills to engage engineers, suppliers, technicians, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical SME for fiber optic cable technologies and infrastructure.
• Review and interpret test results to assess performance, reliability, and readiness.
• Analyze optical performance data (IL, RL, Reflectance, OTDR).
• Provide recommendations based on validation findings and field experience.
• Collaborate with manufacturers and suppliers to review performance and drive improvements.
• Support engineering teams through technical reviews and qualification activities.
• Work with testing teams to ensure accurate data collection and reporting.
• Participate in root cause investigations and corrective actions.

Skills

Fiber optics

OTDR analysis

Test data interpretation

Supplier collaboration

Problem solving

Communication skills

Field engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Optics/Photonic/EE

Job description

CBRE seeks an experienced Senior Technical Consultant specializing in Fiber Optic Infrastructure and Validation to lead evaluation, qualification, and validation of fiber optic solutions. You will bridge engineering teams, manufacturers, and testing bodies, interpreting performance data to guide product readiness and improvements.

The role requires deep knowledge in ISP/OSP deployment, cabling, splicing, and troubleshooting, with a focus on data-driven recommendations and risk-based decision