Design Engineer II

Segra is searching for a dynamic and experienced Design Engineer II.

Role Overview:

The Design Engineer II will be responsible for designing and engineering Network and Managed Service equipment to provide a quality solution for customer request. This includes creating documentation (Project Manuscript) which contains Bill of Materials and all documentation required for Network Operations to install and turn up services for customer request. Individual should have a proficient understanding of Ethernet Ring concepts, Optical selection for Fiber Optics and Managed Services solutions.  Individual must have a proficient understanding of Routers, LAN/WAN switches, IP concepts, SD-WAN, LTE, Cradlepoint as well as other customer applications. This position is responsible for designing TDM and Ethernet connectivity across the Segra network for data and voice services to include Internet, Ethernet 2.0, Network, Carrier End User and FTTC in Netcracker. This position will assist in resource inventory clean-up. Individual must understand Network and Circuit path standards used at Segra. The DE will utilize a WFM workflow database to track circuit/service orders and update the order status in the database. DE will be required to work closely and collaborate with all internal departments as applicable.

Required Qualifications:

• Must have prior Telecommunications experience
• Must have 3 years of experience in either network engineering or network design

Preferred Qualifications:

• 4yr Technical College Degree or equivalent preferred.
• 3 years related telecom experience or a combined 7 yrs. of education and related experience.
• Individual must understand Ethernet Ring topology and Managed Service Solutions.
• Six years of telecommunication or technical certification.
• Good proficiency with MS Office product suite applications to include, but not limited to Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Additional proficiency with Access and Visio is helpful.  Proficient skills with telecommunications, inventory management systems, AutoSketch, CAD, software map tools, reading schematics, and blueprints or wiring diagrams.  
• Proficient level in understanding Network.
• Proficient level in understanding service ordering process including installation and delivery.
• Proficient level in design and design technologies.
• Ability to perform all functions within Design Engineering, including, but not limited to project manuscript creation, equipment builds and DLR creation.
• Ability to access network devices and demonstrate an a proficient understanding of configurations
• Proficient level in understanding service ordering process including installation and delivery.
• Good analytical and problem solving skills.  Must have the ability to utilize a computer keyboard and monitor for extended periods of time. 
• Must be detail oriented with good organizational and time management skills. 
• Ability to multi task effectively. 
• Must have effective interpersonal skills to interact successfully with team members.
• Must be able to prioritize and re-prioritize as needed, in a fast-paced working environment, especially when dealing with time-sensitive issues and mandated deadlines. 
• Must be analytical and have proven problem-solving abilities. 
• Ability to work independently on 90% of projects assigned. Take ownership of projects and communicate progress to leadership.

About Segra:

Segra is one of the largest independent fiber network companies in the nation, able to offer state-of-the-art communication solutions backed by always-on customer service. We are known for our future-forward infrastructure and state-of-the-art voice and data technology solutions for businesses and the public sector, as well as wholesale transport services to some of the world’s largest carriers. Our network features the latest advances in IP, ethernet, and dark fiber architectures, as well as high performance data centers. Furthermore, our network powers technology solutions such as hosted voice, security, and cloud.

Segra has engineered our entire company operations to put our customers at the very center of everything we do. We invest in the communities we serve by hiring locally and continually upgrading our network infrastructure. Segra has over 1200 employees, 500k+ on-net and near-net buildings, and 44k+ fiber-route miles. We exist purely to help businesses within our footprint be successful.

Benefits Overview:

Segra offers a very robust benefits package to our full-time employees, some of which include:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) match
• Flexible Spending/Health Savings Accounts
• Tuition and gym reimbursements
• Vacation/PTO, paid holidays, floating holidays
• Volunteer days, parental leave
• Legal, accidental, hospital indemnity, identify theft, pet insurance

Our Commitment to Equality:

Segra is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination of any kind. Segra does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.