Fiber Planning Engineer (Dutch Speaking)

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and design fiber-optic network infrastructure (backbone, access, FTTx, passive networks), including route planning, duct and cable layout, and capacity planning
• Interface with third-party fiber contractors and manage the integration of external fiber into the company’s network
• Conduct site surveys and feasibility studies to assess optimal fiber routes and integration scenarios
• Prepare and maintain network documentation, including design drawings, as-built plans, network inventory, capacity, and asset databases
• Register as-built information in Cocon and other relevant systems
• Monitor fiber network performance and reliability, and plan future upgrades and network extensions

What we are looking for:

• Solid knowledge of fiber-optic technology (FTTx/backbone, passive fiber networks, cabling, duct routes, splicing basics), including network topology, capacity, routing, and fiber types
• Proven experience in fiber network planning and design
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Cocon, Microsoft Office Suite, and relevant planning tools
• Experience in cost estimation, capacity planning, and risk analysis
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to liaise internally (engineering, operations, sales/pre-sales) and externally (contractors, third-party fiber suppliers)
• High attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records (e.g. registering cable packs, checking RFS documentation)
• Strong analytical skills, including demand analysis, capacity forecasting, and planning for future growth

Nice-to-Haves:

• Previous experience within a large network operator, telecom company, or ISP environment
• Knowledge of permit processes and regulatory requirements
• Experience with both company-owned fiber deployments and third-party or leased (dark) fiber, including hybrid network planning
• Ability to support pre-sales or business teams with technical input, feasibility studies, and fiber network analyses for expansion projects