Optical Network Engineer

Job Description
Join us as a Optical Network Engineer where you'll work with a team of talented network engineers where you will develop your technology skills to plan, design, and implement a leading optical and microwave network.
Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and implement the Cisco Dense Wavelength-Division Multiplexing (DWDM), Microwave, and OSP fiber cable network
• Develop the detailed design architecture, engineering plans, scope of work, bill of materials, costs and schedules related to DWDM, Ethernet, SONET, and Microwave, Wireless/RF Infrastructure
• Develop Method of Procedures (MOP) to guide processes over network change management and troubleshooting network issues
• Design the critical optical network that supports: Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Feeder Relay Protection, Remote Terminal Units (RTU), and telecommunication services between the Energy Control Centers and substations, corporate LAN and Data Centers
• Supervise and manage the network equipment installation vendors, and review the installation As-Built
• Travel to our service region covering NYC, boroughs, Westchester, Duchess County, northern New Jersey, and Orange and Rockland Counties to support 24/7 coverage of the computing and telecommunications infrastructure
• Must be flexible and able to work off-hours as required to support deployments, resolve production problems or respond to corporate emergencies
• Perform other related tasks and assignments as required

Resources Managed

• Management # of Direct Reports: Indirect Reports:
• Weekly # of Direct Reports: Indirect Reports:

Qualifications
Required Education/Experience

• Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's Degree preferably in Information Technology, Computer Science or Engineering and a minimum of (3) years of IT experience or
• Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree preferably in Information Technology, Computer Science or Engineering and a minimum of (5) years of IT experience or
• High School Diploma/GED and a minimum of (7) years of IT experience

Relevant Work Experience

• Strong working knowledge of Passive, active OADM & ROADM DWDM systems Required
• Broad understanding of optical theory, transport technologies and the operation of optical transport systems including SONET, TDM, DWDM, and Microwave Required
• Evaluating new technologies, standard network design and management Required
• Understanding of cyber security principles Required
• Preferred familiarity with Cisco NCS2006 / 15454 MSTP / 15454 MSPP / and Cisco EPNM application Required
• Background or working knowledge of Radio Frequency communications and basic understanding of the Federal Communications Commission Required

Skills And Abilities

• Well organized, detail oriented and flexible to handle multiple assignments
• Excellent collaboration and team building skills
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills

Licenses And Certfications

• Other: Personal Vehicle Required

Physical Demands

• Must push, pull, lift up to 40 pounds
• Must sit or stand to use a keyboard, mouse, and computer for entire shift
• Must have excellent manual dexterity and be able to use hands for entire shift
• Must stoop, bend, reach and kneel throughout the workday
• Must be able to read small print and symbols.

Additional Physical Demands

• Must be able to respond to Company emergencies by performing a System Emergency Assignment to restore service to our customers.
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as a hard hat, gloves, and safety shoes when required

About Us
Mission Statement:
Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) employees are required to follow health, safety, and environmental policies, EEO, Standards of Business Conduct, and all other applicable company policy and procedures. We all share a responsibility to advance the company's mission by excelling at our three corporate priorities - safety of our people and the public, operational excellence in all that we do, and ensuring the best possible customer experience.
About the Team
EEO Statement:
Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of the individual's actual or perceived disability, protected veteran status, race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, domestic violence victim status, or any other actual or perceived status protected by law.
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