Network Implementation Engineer

About Forged Fiber

At Forged Fiber, our mission is bold but simple: deliver fast, reliable, future‑proof connectivity that builds the foundation for everything online. We build, operate, and maintain a state‑of‑the‑art open‑access fiber network platform that empowers millions. Forged Fiber is about more than building a network; it is about people. Every role matters, every contribution counts. Together, employees create impact through teamwork, trust, and a shared commitment to excellence.

We are seeking a Network Implementation Engineer I to support OSP network design, financial processes, and regulatory coordination across multiple projects. This role manages engineering requests within an assigned geographic area and collaborates with internal teams, vendors, and city officials to ensure smooth project execution.

• Prepare and update Engineering Work Orders for new builds, upgrades, relocations, and fiber deployments (FTTN, FTTH, FTTT, etc.).
• Review design prints and redlines; apply corrections to ensure accuracy and construction readiness.
• Develop OSP designs in 3
  
  GIS and utilize tools such as AutoCAD/CAD systems, Ivaula, Netsuite, Sitetracker, and Microsoft Office.
• Process invoices, validate financial documentation, and resolve discrepancies.
• Coordinate with vendors, developers, builders, and municipalities on project requirements and timelines.
• Engage with city departments to secure permits and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Support Engineering II and Senior Engineers and complete record updates as needed.

• Associate degree or equivalent experience.
• 5–7 years of telecommunications, engineering, or network planning experience.
• Strong proficiency with engineering systems and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and communicate effectively with internal and external partners.

• Technical design proficiency (3
  
  GIS, OSP engineering tools, redline review).
• Strong communication and collaboration with vendors, city officials, and internal teams.
• Detail‑oriented and organized with strong multitasking abilities.

$49,000–$81,000.

Forged Fiber offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of health, life, voluntary lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well‑being.

If you are selected for the position, a background screen will be conducted, which may include checks for criminal records, motor vehicle reports, and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements.

This role is pre‑designated as safety‑sensitive under applicable state laws due to routine work at heights, near utilities, and around live traffic, where impairment poses a significant safety risk.

Forged Fiber is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training. We will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and do not initiate a background check until after an offer is made.