Engineer / Senior Engineer, Infra Planning & Implementation

Job Description Network Design and Planning · Responsible for designing, developing, and coordinating the implementation of passive fiber optic networks · Develop detailed plans and optimal routes for fiberoptic cable deployment including duct and manhole infrastructure Site Surveying and Feasibility · Conduct site surveys and feasibility studies to assess potential network routes, identify obstacles, and recommend the most economical solutions Documentation and Mapping · Create and maintain accurate, detailed documentation, schematics, and "as-built" drawings using Geographical Information Systems (GIS), AutoCAD, or similar software Cost Estimation and Budgeting · Forecast Capital Expenditures (CAPEX) and Operating Expenditures (OPEX), estimate project costs, and manage resources to ensure projects are completed within budget Collaboration and Coordination · Liaise and collaborate with internal engineering, design, and construction teams, as well as external stakeholders including government agencies, private developers, and contractors, to ensure smooth project execution Compliance and Standards · Ensure all network plans and installations comply with relevant industry standards, regulations, and safety requirements · Complete and submit all applications and documents as requested by building owners before approval is granted to start work Capacity Planning · Analyze current and future network performance data and subscriber demands to plan for network expansion and necessary upgrades, ensuring scalability and future-proofing of the infrastructure Problem Solving · Identify and troubleshoot issues that arise during the planning and installation phases, providing technical guidance to resolve complex problems Others · Provide standby support after office hours when needed · Any other ad-hoc duties as assigned by superior from time to time Requirements · Diploma in Engineering, Telecommunication, Computer Science, or a related field · At least 1-3 year of working experience in fiber optic network planning and design, and passive infrastructure operations (inside or outside plant operations) · Good understanding of fiber optic engineering principles, passive optical network (PON) technologies, FTTx methodologies, and civil engineering · Familiar with site acquisition and deployment of telco’s facilities, assets and resources · Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities to design efficient and reliable network layouts · Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective project and stakeholder management and teamwork · Ability to work independently and collaboratively with contractors, colleagues and building management team /developers · Independent, self-driven, highly customer focused and able to work under high-pressure environment especially during emergency restoration of telecommunications services · Good communication skills, keen to learn and a team player · Applicants with class 3 driving license will have an added advantage