Lead Planning Engineer

Lumen

Dover, DE

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Communication Skills, DWDM (Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Hardware Administration, Hardware-Software Integration, Network Performance/Analysis, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Management, Software Administration, Strategic Planning, Systems Administration/Management, Technical Leadership
LOCATION
Dover, DE
POSTED
1 day ago

Seeking a Lead Planning Engineer with expertise in designing and implementing Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) networks.
Responsible for developing strategic plans for circuit identification, overbuilds, and grooming strategies, interpreting fiber characterization results, and providing technical leadership.
This full-time, remote role involves project initiation, network analysis, system configuration, and supporting hardware/software integration.
Ideal candidates have 6+ years of experience (or 4+ with a master's), proficiency in DWDM technologies, fiber testing interpretation, and project management skills.
Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities are preferred.
Salary ranges vary by state, with comprehensive benefits offered.
Candidates will undergo background screening and must adhere to equal opportunity employment policies.

About the Company

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Lumen

At Lumen, talent matters. We place employees with the greatest potential in the most impactful roles by providing you with the tools to level up in your career. We are a global company of approximately 38,000 professionals dedicated to unleash the world's digital potential. Lumen frees businesses from the legacy communication experiences holding them back today by making IT environments more user-friendly and intuitive. Our experience-first approach to networking, edge cloud and cybersecurity connects people, data and apps quickly, securely and effortlessly. We ignite business growth and accelerate innovation for 8 of the 10 most valuable brands in the world. With 450,000 route fiber miles serving customers in more than 60 countries, we deliver the fastest, most secure global platform for applications and data to help businesses, the government, and communities deliver amazing experiences.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Computer/IT Services
WEBSITE
https://www.lumen.com/en-us/about.html