Telecoms Network Engineer - Fibre Optic Specialist

Placements24; East London; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary

Medical and retirement benefits

Company vehicle and allowances

Specialized training in fibre optics

Opportunities to shape connectivity in

Job summary

Placements24 on behalf of a rapidly expanding telecommunications infrastructure company in East London seeks a Telecoms Network Engineer with fibre optic expertise to design, deploy, and optimize our fibre network across the region. This role focuses on performance, scalability, and reliability using cutting-edge technologies.

You will work with cutting-edge technologies, collaborating with field technicians and other engineering teams to ensure robust network development and expansion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in telecommunications network engineering with a strong fibre optics specialization.
• Knowledge of fibre optic technologies, standards, and testing methods (OTDR, insertion loss testing).
• Experience with network design software and CAD tools for fibre optic planning.
• Familiarity with passive optical networks (PON) and related technologies.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer fibre optic network layouts, including splicing plans and cable management.
• Oversee installation and commissioning of fibre optic infrastructure per standards.
• Perform network troubleshooting and repairs of fibre optic links using OTDR and testing equipment.
• Analyze performance and implement optimization strategies for the fibre network.
• Collaborate with field technicians and engineering teams to resolve issues.
• Keep up-to-date with fibre optic developments and suggest improvements.

Skills

OTDR testing

Insertion loss testing

CAD tools

Network design software

PON technologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding telecommunications infrastructure company in East London , is seeking a specialized Telecoms Network Engineer with Fibre Optic expertise . This role will focus on the design, deployment, and optimization of our fibre optic network infrastructure across the Eastern Cape . You will be instrumental in ensuring the performance, scalability, and reliability of our fibre services, working with cutting-edge technologies. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled engineer passionate about fibre optics to contribute significantly to network development and expansion in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and engineer fibre optic network layouts, including splicing plans and cable management.
• Oversee the installation and commissioning of fibre optic infrastructure, ensuring adherence to standards.
• Perform network troubleshooting and repairs related to fibre optic links, utilizing OTDR and other testing equipment.
• Conduct performance analysis of the fibre network and implement optimization strategies.
• Collaborate with field technicians and other engineering teams to resolve network issues.
• Stay abreast of the latest developments in fibre optic technology and suggest improvements for network enhancement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in telecommunications network engineering, with a strong specialization in fibre optics.
• In-depth knowledge of fibre optic technologies, standards, and testing methodologies (e.g., OTDR, insertion loss testing).
• Experience with network design software and CAD tools for fibre optic network planning.
• Familiarity with passive optical networks (PON) and related technologies.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Company vehicle and associated allowances.
• Opportunities for specialized training in fibre optic technologies.
• A chance to shape the future of connectivity in East London .