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Vero Networks · 3 months ago

Director of Fiber Engineering

United States

Full-time

Remote

Director/Executive

$110K/yr - $140K/yr

10+ years exp

Vero Networks is focused on expanding its fiber network infrastructure, and they are seeking a Director of Fiber Engineering to lead this initiative. The role involves overseeing engineering design processes, managing teams and external partners, and driving innovation in fiber engineering practices to support the company's national growth strategy.

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Responsibilities

Engineering Design Leadership

Develop and execute the fiber engineering design strategy in alignment with business expansion and network deployment goals

Oversee end-to-end design processes, including route planning, permitting, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations

Ensure designs are optimized for scalability, cost efficiency, constructability, and long-term maintainability

Establish and enforce engineering design standards, documentation practices, and quality control measures

Team & Vendor Management

Lead and mentor a team of engineering managers, designers, and support staff to deliver high-quality network designs on schedule

Manage relationships with external engineering vendors, contractors, and consultants, ensuring alignment with company standards and project timelines

Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the engineering organization

Strategic Planning & Execution

Partner with construction, operations, product, and finance teams to align engineering design with deployment readiness and business objectives

Provide input into long-term network strategy, capacity planning, and emerging technology adoption

Support M&A and market expansion initiatives with engineering due diligence and integration planning

Risk Management & Compliance

Ensure compliance with permitting requirements, safety standards, and environmental regulations

Mitigate risks by proactively identifying engineering challenges and implementing solutions

Oversee adherence to industry best practices and evolving standards in fiber network engineering

Innovation & Process Optimization

Drive innovation in design methodologies, leveraging automation, GIS platforms, and advanced engineering tools

Implement best-in-class workflows to improve speed, accuracy, and efficiency of design deliverables

Stay ahead of industry trends, technologies, and regulatory developments to maintain competitive advantage

Qualification

Fiber network designGIS applicationsLeadership experienceRoute planningPermitting processesConstruction-ready deliverablesWillingness to learnCommunicationDetail-orientedTeamworkProblem-solving