POWER YOUR GREATNESS

PacifiCorp is seeking customer-centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability inclusion & belonging.
 

General Purpose

The Optical Network/Carrier Ethernet Architect has domain ownership of fiber optic or microwave radio network communications with duties supporting engineering disciplines internal and external to PacifiCorp. Responsibilities include ownership of complex system level planning, technology selection, vendor management, staff development, and technology lifecycle management. As well as detailed engineering design, project management, and technical oversight of other engineers. 

Responsibilities

• Domain ownership and architecture of fiber optic or microwave radio systems.
• Develop technology standards, perform OEM technology evaluations, review vendor and equipment manufacturer performance, develop and execute on technology RFPs, create system roadmap and investment strategy.
• Contribute to telecom engineering annual and 10-year budget plan, develop and manage annual risk assessment and provide input to technology lifecycle plans.
• Serve as project manager on major projects and/or the most complex system upgrades.
• Support contract development for technology vendors.