Make Ready Engineer I

Company Description 

We are a family of privately held engineering and construction companies that specialize in Power, Utility, and Telecommunication infrastructure deployments throughout the country. We operate under a full-service model emphasizing integrity, quality, strong work ethic, and client satisfaction by delivering projects on time and on budget. Working with us means working with a group of people that continuously set high standards of excellence: Our employees are recognized for their expertise and dedication, our leaders are innovative and inspiring, and our work environment is safe, professional, and fun. Join our team!

Position Overview 

The Make Ready Engineer I is responsible for make ready work associated with fiber to the home (FTTH) projects, including pole loading analysis, field data review, data entry and reporting, and other related tasks to facilitate aerial FTTH design and construction build outs.

The position is remote or hybrid based on your proximity to an office location. Buford, GA; Kansas City, KS; Denver, CO. 

Duties & Responsibilities 

• Analyze telephone poles for Make Ready Engineering and Value Engineering analysis of pole attachment data via Katapult or other field data collection service.

• Conduct PLA using Ocalc or SpidaCalc (varies by project) to determine level of make ready needed to keep poles in compliance.

• Learn and apply NESC standards for cable attachments spacing regulations on a telephone pole, Mid-span requirements, down guy and anchor specifications, and pole conditions.

• Maintain project production needs for Pole Data Reports by mathematical analysis and judicious consideration of new “proposed” communication attachments.

• Data entry of mathematical analysis for wire attachments into set and standardized spreadsheets.

• Demonstrate an active willingness to learn new makeready techniques, design, and engineering requirements.

• Maintain good communication with team and project management to assure timely and efficient completion of jobs, communication of issues, and documentation.

Requirements 

• 1+ years of experience in FTTX/Fiber Networks and Telecommunications

• Understanding of NESC communication and electrical pole spacing standards is preferred.

• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google suite applications; SpidaMin/OCalc and GIS software proficiency preferred.

• Positive “can-do”, results/solutions focus and attitude.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Excellent organizational and time management skills

• Ability to work carefully and with attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills.

• Ability to think critically and mathematically.

• Ability to work shift differential hours.

Physical Requirements 

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer 

• May experience long hours of standing and moving 

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.