Central Office - Spec Writer

Central Office - Spec Writer

We are looking for Detail Engineers (also Field or Transport Engineers), to conduct site surveys for Infinera, Ciena, ALU, Fujitsu, etc installations in Central Offices across the country. We need someone with strong attention to detail, an understanding of engineering schematics, and a working knowledge of a wide breadth of Central Office routing and switching equipment.

Spec Writer is responsible for analysis of drawings, specifications and standards. In addition, creates a detailed material list and drawings of the floor plan, lighting and A/C plan, auxiliary framing and cable rack plan, fiber raceway plan and grounding plan.

Essential duties and responsibilities include generating complete material lists for all required work, ensuring that all designs are compliant with customer standards, providing technical support to installation through job completion, and engineering the installation of various telephone equipment from Ciena, Fujitsu, Infinera, ALU, and other approved vendors in central offices using Spec Design, TAB/db, AutoCAD, and various Microsoft Office Programs. Other duties may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications (Education, Experience, Licenses, Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities) include 5+ years experience in Central Office environment or common systems design experience required, experience leading site surveys and following engineering schematics, preferred Auto CAD experience, speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situationslistens and gets clarification, responds promptly to customer needs, solicits customer feedback to improve service, and meets commitments. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views, gives and welcomes feedback, and supports others' efforts to succeed. Generates creative solutions, translates concepts and information into images, and demonstrates attention to detail. Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and looks for ways to improve and promote quality. Completes work in a timely manner, prioritizes work to meet deadlines, and multi-tasks when needed. Treats people with respect; keeps commitments, works with integrity and upholds organizational values. Observes safety procedures, reports potentially unsafe conditions, and uses equipment and materials properly. A valid driver's license and proof of auto insurance are required.