Sr Outside Plant Project Manager

Date: Sep 10, 2024

Location: Charlotte, NC, US, 28216

Company: Corning

Requisition Number: 64349

Corning is vital to progress – in the industries we help shape and in the world we share.

We invent life-changing technologies using materials science. Our scientific and manufacturing expertise, boundless curiosity, and commitment to purposeful invention place us at the center of the way the world interacts, works, learns, and lives.

Our sustained investment in research, development, and invention means we’re always ready to solve the toughest challenges alongside our customers.

Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry.This segment is classified into two main product groupings – carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use.

Purpose of Position:

The primary role of the position is to support outside plant fiber optic network design through the means of permitting aerial and underground and path creation. The candidate will work with engineering resources both internal and external to develop best practices and design standards taking into consideration path and permitting considerations to create a more efficient design. This individual will also be expected to work with different customers integrating with customer systems and design processes. Works with both internal and external stakeholders to gain consensus on design standards and would be responsible for documenting them into formal processes and procedures.

Major Roles and Responsibilities:

• Work with internal system engineers and outsource engineering vendors on complex outside plant design scenarios and formulate best plans of action for service.

• Review complex CAD designs utilizing numerous layers and blocks and incorporate custom layouts as needed or required by the customer.

• Work with Systems engineers in team environment to ensure designs are complete in a given build schedule with respect to influences of prioritizing make ready and permitting completion timelines affect build schedules.

• Assist design team to assemble designs in the most cost-effective method with consideration of the impact of construction and material cost and the optimization of Corning specified materials.

• Occasional site visits- vendor locations to obtain necessary design information and confirm design requirements with the customer could be required.

Required Qualifications:

• Four-year engineering degree from an accredited engineering institution preferred or 2+ years of relevant optical OSP engineering or construction experience required.

• 5+ years’ experience with submitting permit applications in Right of Way, or for pole attachments

• Professional Engineer Stamp or capability to reinstate.

• Strong oral and written communication skills

Desired Qualifications:

• Familiarization with Corning products

• Familiarity with outside plant surveying using systems/devices like Trimble, IKE, Katapult and understanding the incorporation of data transfers from these devices into CAD.

• Familiarity with Pole Loading software.

Travel Requirements:

• Minimum travel is expected (up to 25%)

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $93,894.00 - $129,105.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position are dependent on hours worked and may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, pension plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, and PTO.

​Corning Puts YOU First!

We are committed to supporting your health, financial, career development, and life goals as you grow professionally and personally to achieve your highest potential. All benefits begin as soon as you start your career at Corning.

• Our monetary peer-to-peer recognition program is tied to ourand celebrates you and your colleagues’ contributions.

• Health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, mental health/substance use, fitness, and disease management programs.

• Financial benefits include a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and a 100% company-paid pension benefit that grows steadily throughout your career.

• Companywide bonus and attractive short- and long-term compensation programs are available based on your role and responsibilities.

• Professional development programs help you grow and achieve your career goals.

We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at.

Nearest Major Market: Charlotte