Fiber Test Engineer 2
Posted Today by 1758010467
Negotiable
Outside
Remote
USA
Summary: The Fiber Test Engineer 2 role involves performing fiber characterization tests and troubleshooting within the telecom industry, primarily using OTDR and other standard testing equipment. The position requires significant travel, with 80% of the work being field-based, while the candidate must work on a W2 basis. The role is fully remote, with a contract duration of 12+ months and potential for extension. Candidates should have a minimum of three years of experience in the telecom industry, particularly with fiber network testing and troubleshooting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform fiber characterization tests using OTDR, CD/PMD, power meter/laser source, and fiber end face testing.
- Splice or re-splice problematic fiber strands using industry standard fusion splicers.
- Clean fiber end faces using multiple methods.
- Provide field analysis on vendor's fiber network from test data.
- Prepare testing packages, including redlining project documentation and providing test reports.
- Manage project field documentation and interface with vendors for remediation of fiber path issues.
- Perform site surveys to validate vendor infrastructure deliverables.
Key Skills:
- 3 years of experience in the telecom industry.
- Experience with testing using OTDR.
- Proficiency in fiber network troubleshooting.
- Splicing experience is a benefit.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: USA
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Location: Fully Remote
Duration: 12+ Months contract with Possibility for extension
Pay Rate Range: $35.58 /hr. on W-2.
*** This role has 80% travel. Fully Remote . Candidate must work on our W2. No third-party candidates. ***
Job Description:
Our Direct client is looking for a Fiber Test Engineer 2 .
Position Summary:
Performing fiber characterization tests using OTDR, CD/PMD, power meter/laser source and fiber end face testing using industry standard test equipment
Splicing or re-splicing of problematic fiber strands using industry standard fusion splicers
Fiber end face cleaning using multiple methods
Providing field analysis on Vendor's fiber network from test data
Preparing testing packages including:
* Redlining of project documentation including fiber path and demarcation points
* Provide test reports as dictated by vendor requirements
* Managing project field documentation
* Interfacing with vendors to provide remediation to fiber path issues
Performing site surveys to validate vendor infrastructure deliverables including any issues
Must Haves:
* 3 years of experience in telecom industry Experience with testing with OTDR
* Fiber Network troubleshooting proficiency
* 3 years of experience in telecom industry
* Splicing experience is a benefit
The following benefits are offered for this position: medical, dental, & vision insurance, short-term disability, life and AD&D insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan.
Everest Consultants is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state, or federal civil rights laws. #IND