Overview
On Site
USD 80,000.00 - 105,000.00 per year
Full Time
Skills
Internet
SAP BASIS
Optical Transport Network
Scalability
Telecommunications
ISP
UPS
Physical Layer
Documentation
NOC
Service Delivery
Computer Hardware
Capacity Management
Optical Networking
DWDM
Nokia
Ciena
Cisco
Optical Fiber
Testing
Spectrum
Data Link Layer
Computer Networking
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Attention To Detail
Communication
Network
VISO
SEP
Collaboration
Partnership
Business Transformation
Law
Job Details
Our client is a fiber-optic Internet and data network access provider for businesses and carriers in Western PA, West Virginia, and Ohio seeking an Optical Network Engineer in their Pittsburgh, PA office location on a permanent basis with all information below.
Job Description:
This role requires expertise to support the design, deployment, and maintenance of our client's regional optical transport network. This role plays a key part in ensuring the reliability and scalability of our fiber infrastructure by assisting with the implementation and troubleshooting of high-capacity optical systems. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience working with transport platforms in a telecom or ISP environment and is comfortable working in a lab setting. This position also supports network expansion, service turn-ups, and equipment upgrades as part of a broader Engineering team. Must be local to the Pittsburgh area. Hybrid work environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in the design, configuration, and deployment of DWDM transport systems across metro and regional networks
Support field personnel during installation and maintenance of muxponders, transponders, amplifiers, and ROADMs
Understand fiber characteristics including OSNR, light-level measurements, fiber testing, and link validation
Troubleshoot transport-related issues at Layer 1 and coordinate resolution efforts
Maintain accurate documentation of network diagrams, equipment configurations, and circuit layouts
Collaborate with NOC, Field Technicians, and Engineering to support service delivery and upgrades
Participate in testing new hardware, software updates, and system features in lab environments
Provide input on capacity planning and support project-based infrastructure expansion
Skills & Qualifications:
Solid understanding of optical networking concepts including DWDM, OSNR, dispersion, and attenuation
Hands-on experience with one or more transport platforms such as Ekinops, Nokia, Ciena, Infinera, Cisco NCS, or ADVA
Familiarity with fiber testing tools such as OTDRs, light meters, and optical spectrum analyzers
Basic knowledge of Layer 2/3 networking is a plus
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Experience creating network diagrams in Viso is a plus
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $105000.00/yr.
annual short term, health benefits
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Pittsburgh,PA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 26, 2025.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Job Description:
This role requires expertise to support the design, deployment, and maintenance of our client's regional optical transport network. This role plays a key part in ensuring the reliability and scalability of our fiber infrastructure by assisting with the implementation and troubleshooting of high-capacity optical systems. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience working with transport platforms in a telecom or ISP environment and is comfortable working in a lab setting. This position also supports network expansion, service turn-ups, and equipment upgrades as part of a broader Engineering team. Must be local to the Pittsburgh area. Hybrid work environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in the design, configuration, and deployment of DWDM transport systems across metro and regional networks
Support field personnel during installation and maintenance of muxponders, transponders, amplifiers, and ROADMs
Understand fiber characteristics including OSNR, light-level measurements, fiber testing, and link validation
Troubleshoot transport-related issues at Layer 1 and coordinate resolution efforts
Maintain accurate documentation of network diagrams, equipment configurations, and circuit layouts
Collaborate with NOC, Field Technicians, and Engineering to support service delivery and upgrades
Participate in testing new hardware, software updates, and system features in lab environments
Provide input on capacity planning and support project-based infrastructure expansion
Skills & Qualifications:
Solid understanding of optical networking concepts including DWDM, OSNR, dispersion, and attenuation
Hands-on experience with one or more transport platforms such as Ekinops, Nokia, Ciena, Infinera, Cisco NCS, or ADVA
Familiarity with fiber testing tools such as OTDRs, light meters, and optical spectrum analyzers
Basic knowledge of Layer 2/3 networking is a plus
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Experience creating network diagrams in Viso is a plus
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $105000.00/yr.
annual short term, health benefits
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Pittsburgh,PA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 26, 2025.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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