Fiber Planning Engineer (Dutch Speaking)

Fiber Planning Engineer (Dutch Speaking)

Connect44 es una compañía que valora honestamente a sus empleados y fomenta una cultura de colaboración e innovación.

Descripción general del puesto

We are looking for an experienced Fiber Planner Engineer to support the planning, design, and development of fiber-optic network infrastructure across multiple projects.

Ubicación: Netherlands, Amsterdam, North Holland

Puestos disponibles: 1 position

Empleo: Permanent

Número de referencia: FPE13012026

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan and design fiber-optic network infrastructure (backbone, access, FTTx, passive networks), including route planning, duct and cable layout, and capacity planning
  • Interface with third-party fiber contractors and manage the integration of external fiber into the company’s network
  • Conduct site surveys and feasibility studies to assess optimal fiber routes and integration scenarios
  • Prepare and maintain network documentation, including design drawings, as-built plans, network inventory, capacity, and asset databases
  • Register as-built information in Cocon and other relevant systems
  • Monitor fiber network performance and reliability, and plan future upgrades and network extensions

What we are looking for:

  • Solid knowledge of fiber-optic technology (FTTx/backbone, passive fiber networks, cabling, duct routes, splicing basics), including network topology, capacity, routing, and fiber types
  • Proven experience in fiber network planning and design
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Cocon, Microsoft Office Suite, and relevant planning tools
  • Experience in cost estimation, capacity planning, and risk analysis
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to liaise internally (engineering, operations, sales/pre-sales) and externally (contractors, third-party fiber suppliers)
  • High attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records (e.g. registering cable packs, checking RFS documentation)
  • Strong analytical skills, including demand analysis, capacity forecasting, and planning for future growth

Nice-to-Haves:

  • Previous experience within a large network operator, telecom company, or ISP environment
  • Knowledge of permit processes and regulatory requirements
  • Experience with both company-owned fiber deployments and third-party or leased (dark) fiber, including hybrid network planning
  • Ability to support pre-sales or business teams with technical input, feasibility studies, and fiber network analyses for expansion projects