System Engineer Optical Fibre and Cables
Location:
Hybrid working in Berlin, Germany or Strykow Poland, with circa 25% travel internationally to blue chip client sites
Language Requirement:
Fluent in English and minimum C1 German
Do you want to work for a global market leader and true pioneer in the fibre optics and optical communications field? If yes, read on
Our client is one of the world's leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, their technologies push the boundaries of what's possible.
How do they do this? With their people. And with their connectivity and fibre optics in the communications field. They connect people and the world every day. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day.
Working for our Client, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.
Our Client's Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fibre and cable, hardware and equipment, to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry. They now seek a Systems Engineer for Optical Fibre and Optical Cables.
As a Systems Engineer for Optical Fibre and Cables, you will be responsible for the EMEA region to include Germany, Europe, Middle East and Africa.
Key Responsibilities
* You will act as a subject matter expert in Optical Fibre and Cables.
* You will work across many projects as an Optical Fibre and Cable Systems Engineer to include Fibre2home, Data Centres, LAN, Optical Lines projects.
* From a customer enquiry, you will design the solution and be responsible for the Bill-of-Materials (BOMs) generation process.
* Conduct thorough BOM verification to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with specifications and within our client's product portfolio.
* Advise customers (internal or external) about products and their use in various applications. This includes explaining product benefits and determining detailed part number lists necessary for system solutions to fulfil customer RFQs (Request for Quote).
* Collaborate with account managers and customers to address technical inquiries, provide solutions and resolve any discrepancies identified during the BOM verification process.
* Create datasheets, system design, rack elevation drawings, technical papers and customer responses as needed.
* Deliver internal and external training, workshops and presentations on our client's products directly to customers, installers, and distribution partners.
* This will involve 25% travel in the EMEA region.
* Provide pre-sales and after-sales customer support including product recommendation, system design, system installation training, testing, and troubleshooting at customer sites.
* Provide feedback to development/PLM (product line management) regarding new product evaluation, product improvements and compliance to regional standards and norms.
Qualifications
Education:
University Engineering Degree as a minimum requirement in a relevant subject to include Telecoms, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Process Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent software, engineering or science related subject.
Experience
Ideally you will have worked as an Optical Fibre or Optical Cables System Engineer or Solutions Architect within Telecoms or Data Centres or have worked within a manufacturer of optical and fibre cables. At least
2-5 years in Telecom, Data Centre, or ICT (Information & Communications Technology) design and engineering, having worked for either a manufacturer, integrator or contractor company to include the likes of CommScope, AFL Global, Corning, Leoni Group, Draka, Prysmian or similar company in telecoms or data centre design solutions.
Required Skills
* Strong C1 German and English writing and speaking skills. Any additional European language (French, Spanish, Italian, etc.) is considered a big plus.
* Optical Fibre Systems Engineering Design knowledge and related proven experience.
* Demonstrated Technical Support Experience (customer oriented, field solutions, timely responses).
* Ability to effectively communicate technical and complex ideas to both highly technical audiences and individuals with limited technical background.
* Comfortable working in cross-functional team environments and a willingness to collaborate and learn from others.
* Strong computer skills (Office365, Power point, Word, Excel, Visio) and BlueBeam.
* Relevant industry certifications such as RCDD, DCDC, CDCDP or similar are considered a big plus but not essential.
* Telecom active equipment configuration: Ethernet switches, IP routers, OLT/ONT, etc.
Travel Requirements
Up to 25% of the working time, primarily within Europe, but also potentially to the US, or Asia.
Benefits
* Attractive & Negotiable Base Salary DOE
* Flexible Hybrid Working Model
* Continuous Training & Development
* Performance Bonus
* Recognizing Excellence Award program – additional bonuses for extra work, extra achievement
* Job Rad – co-financing bicycle to work
* 30 vacation days + public holidays
* Flexible, mobile work – 3 days from office, 2 days from home
* Health initiatives in the office
So, if you are a tech-savvy professional with a passion for innovation and customer engagement and thrive in a fast-paced environment and have experience in network architecture, this is the perfect opportunity for you
For more information about the role or to apply please send your CV now to and call Emma Dempsey – Managing Director today on to discuss this role in confidence.