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Together, employees create impact through teamwork, trust, and a shared commitment to excellence.\nThe Role\nAs aSr. Planning Engineer, Infrastructure Planning you’ll play a critical role in designing and planningnetwork equipment,infrastructure and collocation solutions that enable scalable, future ‑ ready network expansion for Forged Fiber 37. This role blends strategic thinking with hands ‑ on planningand network design offering the opportunity to influence long ‑ term network architecture while partnering closely with engineering and implementation teams to turn plans into reality.Join us atForged Fiber 37 as we build the nation’s best open access fiber network platform—reliable, future proof infrastructure that empowers communities and unlocks nextgenerationinternet experiences.\nWork Location - Hybrid in Denver, CO or Dallas, TX.\nKey Responsibilities :\nIn this role, you will:\nDesign and optimize network architectures and equipment layouts to support scalable fiber network growth\n\nPlan, design, and allocate central office and remote collocation space to enable network evolution and migrations\n\nDevelop clear, build ‑ ready planning handoff packages for engineering and implementation partners\n\nAnticipate and model network capacity requirements using demand forecasts, inventory data, and strategic inputs\n\nPerform network analysis to identify optimal architectures that support investment and funding decisions\n\nYou will operate as aself ‑ directedindividual contributor, bringing strong technical judgment, clear communication, and a high standard of quality and integrity while collaborating effectively in afast ‑ paced, dynamic environment.\nRequired Competencies & Qualifications:\nBachelor's Degree inEngineering , Computer Science, or relevant experience\n3-5+ yearsexperience ofPONnetwork equipment design\n\n3-5+ yearsexperience of collocationspace planning and design\n\nExperience utilizing network inventorytools such as3GIS, Netbox ,and O2\n\nKnowledge ofOutside Plant and Fiber Optic Cabledesign principles\n\nPreferred knowledge of open access network designconcepts and use ofESRI based GIS tools\n\nHigh level of proficiency withMicrosoftExcelor equivalent program\n\nWork independently with little or no oversight,be able to self-manage their workload and deliver all projectsto meetdeadlines\n\nStrong documentation writing and analytical skills\n\nMust be highly adept at collaborating with others, at all levels in the organization\n\nExperience with Metro/Ethernet network a plus RSRFF37\n\nWhat We Look For in a Candidate\nForged Fiber ’s culture i s built on honesty, respect, trust, transparency, and a growth mindset. We strive to treat people as they want to be treated, and to operate with consistency, integrity, customer obsession, and courage. We’re looking for top tier talent to join Forged Fiber that can help us bring this mindset to our everyday work and deliver meaningful results .\nCompensation\nThis information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors .\nLocation Based Pay Ranges:\n$83,000-$138,000 Annually\nForged Fiber offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing.\nWhat to Expect Next\nBackground Screening\nIf you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements.\nForged Fiber 37 Services, LLC participates in E ‑ Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I ‑ 9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.Employers can only use E ‑ Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I ‑ 9.\nEqual Employment Opportunities\nIt is the policy of Forged Fiber to provide equal employment opportunit y (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, martial status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training. 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