Optical Transport Engineer

Optical Transport Engineer

Our client is seeking a dedicated Optical Transport Engineer to join their dynamic team. As an Optical Transport Engineer, you will be an integral part of the Network Operations Department supporting the backbone and metro optical networks. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication, and a proactive attitude, which will align successfully within the organization.

Location: Denver, CO (preferred) or Mt. Laurel, NJ

What's the Job?

• Perform end-to-end feasibility studies and path design for backbone wavelength services, including route selection, regeneration requirements, optical amplification, and reach validation.
• Engineer optical spectrum across the complete path, including wavelength assignment, fixed-grid and flex-grid alignment, and spectrum utilization to maximize backbone efficiency while preserving future capacity.
• Provision end-to-end wavelength services across a multi-vendor optical network, configuring and turning up services on Nokia and Ciena platforms.
• Perform comprehensive validation of wavelength services before customer handoff, including optical power verification, performance testing, and error analysis.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex issues across multi-vendor optical networks, coordinating with field operations, network teams, and vendor support to resolve faults efficiently.

What's Needed?

• 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience engineering, provisioning, or supporting DWDM and optical transport networks in a carrier or large-scale service provider environment.
• Strong understanding of optical transport technologies, including DWDM, ROADM architectures, wavelength planning, optical amplification, OSNR, dispersion, and optical power budgets.
• Hands-on experience provisioning and troubleshooting services on optical transport equipment from major vendors, with the ability to work across multiple vendor platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot end-to-end circuits across multiple network segments while isolating faults within complex multi-vendor environments.
• Excellent documentation skills and the ability to work collaboratively with customers, operations teams, field personnel, and vendor support organizations throughout the service delivery process.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge optical transport networks supporting large-scale infrastructure.
• Engagement with a collaborative and innovative team environment.
• Chance to develop and enhance your technical skills in a fast-growing industry.
• Potential for immediate start with ongoing professional growth opportunities.
• Work in a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!