Bell is making unmatched investments in our world-leading broadband fibre and wireless networks because we know they’re the backbone of the products and services our customers love. If you’re excited about transforming the way people connect, our Network team is the right place for you.  
 This career opportunity is located within the Wireline Access Network Team and more specifically within the Atlantic Regional Planning team. The Regional Planning team main activities includes FTTH & legacy network planning, Network/Field design support & guidelines, network capacity management & FTTH architecture evolution.

 Duties / Responsibilities

The candidate will be responsible and accountable for:  

• Provide technical & outside plant provisioning recommendations to Access Engineering Implementation Manager, Implementation coordinators and Facilities associates regarding technology opportunities as well as roll out / implement access guidelines changes.
• Prepare detailed supporting/guidelines documentations for the Operation and Access Engineering teams:
  • Fibre Optic Network Technologies;
  • Aerial & Underground Structures;
  • Copper and Legacy Network Technologies.
• Based on field trial results and/or used case studies; develop technical guidelines supporting the design and implementation of the Outside Plant network.
• Collaborate closely with OTR (Outside Technology Research) on product development, implementation and best practices.

 Essential skills and abilities

• Deep knowledge and experience of Bell Canada’s outside plant and central office environments (min. 5 years of experience);
• Good understanding of the Access Network and Operation teams (end to end); Strong knowledge of optical components;
• Working knowledge of the various Bell groups;
• Interpersonal skills, customer focus and strong team player;
• Ability to carry out multiple projects simultaneously and manage multiple priorities; Good analytical skills, good judgment, accountability and autonomy;
• Excellent writing skills and ability to prepare documentation;
• Good knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite;
• Ability to maintain leading edge technical skills in a rapidly changing environment;
• Have a good analytical thinking, good judgment, be responsible and rigorous
• Preferably degree in Civil, Industrial, Electrical, Telecom or other engineering
• Open to change and experimentation
• Be autonomous and able to make prompt decisions

 Desired Skills / Competencies

• Master in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Mechanical or Civil Engineering;
• Former experience in Field Operation, Supply Chain, Procurement, Access Network
• Good understanding of the Outside Plant Construction and Field Services teams
• Abilities to deal with manufacturers, suppliers and contractors
• Ability to do technical research
• Experience working with CSA overhead & underground systems