Project Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Our Direct Client has a new Project Engineer job for a worldwide leader in fiber optic telecommunication technology. Our client has installed and managed over 50% of the world’s high-tech subsea fiber optic cables.

They ensure data communications networks are engineered, manufactured, deployed, and maintained to the highest standards, enabling faster and more reliable internet connectivity worldwide.

They are seeking a Project Engineer to support Sales and Project Management teams in developing technical solutions for new undersea fiber-optics networks.

Job Duties

• Responsibilities will include configuring system equipage based on the Customers’ requirements, estimating power and performance budgets, evaluating system reliability and availability.
• Work within a multi-functional group of engineers from R&D, Manufacturing and Marine Organizations. Oversee multiple concurrent projects while optimizing efficiency and maintaining engineering excellence.
• The scope of work will require providing responses to Customers’ technical questions, delivering technical presentations, and generating related technical documentation.
• The position expects daily collaboration with Sales, R&D Engineers, and Optical Designers in order to address customers’ questions and compile internal and external documentation for all stages of a project : from pre-sale activities to manufacturing, installation and system commissioning.
• Coordinate internal teams to develop technical solutions for new undersea fiber optics cable networks.
• Prepare technical proposals and ensure timely delivery of required documents.
• Review technical specifications to define project scope for R&D Engineers and assist Sales in developing bid strategy.
• Support technical discussions with system purchasers during system bid process.
• Work with the PLM on defining product features needed for a given system bid.
• Provide technical support during contract forming and contract variation negotiations.
• Facilitate Technical Working Group meetings with Purchasers and Project Management.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or related technical field is required (MS is preferred).
• Understanding of optical networking concepts and building blocks, such as optical fiber, amplifier, optical add-drop multiplexer, coherent transponder.
• Course work and / or experience in fiber optics and telecommunications.
• Strong presentation skills and ability to manage multiple priorities are essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• International and domestic travel will be required at times.

If you are interested in this Project Engineer job please apply now to be connected with a member of our team.

Please note : Applying to this role is an agreement to have your information entered into our database and acknowledgement that a recruiter will reach out to you either by phone, email, and / or text message regarding this and similar job opportunities.

Aquinas Consulting is a woman and minority owned company headquartered in Milford, CT that provides Engineering, Information Technology (IT), and Manufacturing staffing solutions throughout the US.

We take pride in 20 years of service to our clients, our hiring managers, our consultants, and our local community. Aquinas is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and committed to considering all qualified applications without regard to race, genetic information, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

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