Fiber Optic Telecommunications Engineer

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBenefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Donation matching
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Profit sharing
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

AURIGA JOB POSTING

(Auriga Website: www.aurigacorp.com)

Auriga Corporation was established in 1990, to provide high-quality design, engineering and project management services for Electric Power, Telecommunication and Information Technology systems. Aurigas cliental includes: investor owned and municipal utilities, rail and transit agencies, federal, state and local government agencies, and international public and private sector organizations.

Auriga Corporation is looking for an experienced, talented and self motivated individual to join our team to help us provide our customers with innovative and cost effective solutions and services. An ideal candidate will be excited to be part of a company that moves quickly on a constant flow of ideas, is able to wear multiple hats as needed, and has the drive to succeed.

Auriga Corporation currently has following vacancies in the Los Angeles, California Office:

Fiber Optic Telecommunications Engineer
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare Requirements for the Communications System (Fiber optic, etc.).
• Prepare Design Specifications and Drawings for Communications System.
• Prepare Bill of Material and Cost Estimate.
• Supervise and participate in cable installation.
• Prepare Request for Proposals (RFPs).
• Evaluate Bids (Technical and Cost Proposals).
• Provide Recommendations for Vendor Selection.
• Review Project Implementation Plans.
• Review Design Documents.
• Review Test Plans and Test Procedures.
• Participate in Factory and System Acceptance Tests.
• Review Design Change Notice and Change Order Requested by Contractor and Provide Recommendations.
• Provide Project Management Support for Implementation.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelors degree or technical certificate in telecommunications, electrical engineering technology, fiber-optics, or similar field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of hands-on experience in fiber-optic installation, termination, testing, and maintenance (outside plant (OSP) and/or inside plant (ISP) networks).
• Experience working in high-security / critical infrastructure environments (airport, data centre, utility) is strongly .
• Proven ability to install, splice, terminate (fusion and mechanical), test (OTDR, OLTS, VFL) and troubleshoot fiber-optic cable plants.
• Understanding of structured cabling standards, fiber optic cable routing, conduit installation, demarcation, patch-panels, racks and termination enclosures.
• Familiarity with electronics, low-voltage systems, communications system grounding, bonding, and safety protocols.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, schematics, fiber-optic loss budgets, test reports, and as-built documentation.
• Strong physical capability for field work cable pulls, conduit runs, working at heights, in mechanical rooms, tunnels, racks, etc.
• Commitment to safety compliance: lock-out/tag-out, OSHA/Cal-OSHA rules, airport security clearance, PPE usage.
• Knowledge of the relevant standards (TIA-568, TIA-569, IEEE, ANSI, fiber optic best practices) and airport/utility compliance as well as knowledge of Class C-7 Low Voltage Systems Standard.

Auriga Corporation would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

Auriga is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Auriga provides compensation and benefits commensurate with the qualifications and experience.