Engineer II - Federal

$74,070 - $123,450/Yr

Lumen Technologies - Herndon, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Herndon, VA

Telecommunications

About the position

The Engineer II - Federal role at Lumen involves performing applied research, development, and design of underground Outside Plant (OSP) conduit infrastructure and fiber optic cabling. This position is crucial for managing and coordinating OSP fiber projects from design through to As-Built delivery, ensuring that projects are completed on schedule and within budget while maintaining high-quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform applied research, development, and design of underground Outside Plant conduit infrastructure and fiber optic cabling
• Manage and coordinate OSP fiber projects from design through As-Built delivery
• Work includes design, permitting, and field decisions applicable to OSP construction projects
• Perform survey work, schedule planning and implementation, and quality control of permit drawings, construction drawings, and As-Builts
• Review inspection reports and redline changes
• Review, analyze, and resolve field construction problems and discrepancies
• Coordinate subcontractors, materials, inspectors, tools, and equipment to complete projects on schedule and within budget
• Communicate verbally with construction subcontractors regarding proper procedures for placement outside cable plant
• Provide interpretation of plans, detail sheets, and specifications for subcontractors and inspectors
• Prepare applications and drawings for right-of-way and construction permits
• Perform quality control of drawings and As-Builts prepared by computer-aided design (CAD) personnel
• Make running line changes in accordance with local regulations
• Analyze Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR) traces, evaluate characteristics of fiber, and document test results
• Handle complex engineering assignments
• Interface with OSP installers, locators, project managers, inspectors, and permit authorities to complete comprehensive packages
• Provide technical expertise on OSP projects
• Create legible drawings in a format suitable for drafting
• Read complex roadway plans and construction drawings
• Excavate handholds if required
• Splice and test fibers
• Analyze OTDR traces for the purpose of evaluating splice loss
• Create splice diagrams, schedules, and fiber connectivity documents
• Draft detailed packages of complete procedures for fiber cutovers, rollovers, and turn-ups
• Perform augmentation to design tools
• Perform site surveys, attending meetings
• Assist installation team when necessary
• Produce Engineering Design Packages (EDPs)
• Create, update, and review technical documentation
• Able to travel by auto or airplane on short notice for surveys, meetings, and projects

Requirements

• Minimum two years of underground utility construction engineering layout and follow through experience
• BS in Engineering or equivalent work experience (five years construction engineering or similar discipline)
• US Citizenship required
• Active TS/SCI with Poly
• Must maintain eligibility requirements for access to classified information
• Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Voluntary lifestyle benefits
• Short-term incentives or sales compensation
• Long-term incentive for Director and VP positions
• Comprehensive benefits package enhancing physical, mental, emotional, and financial wellbeing