Overview
Lead Fiber Optic Network Engineer Jobs in Beirut, Lebanon at Khatib & Alami
Job Summary
The Lead Fiber Optic Network Engineer is responsible for leading the design, engineering, deployment, and optimization of large-scale fiber optic infrastructure supporting ICT, smart city, and mission-critical communication systems. The role ensures robust, scalable, and compliant network architecture with high availability and redundancy, aligned with international telecom standards and project requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Fiber Network Design & Engineering
Lead the design and development of fiber optic network architectures including long-haul, backbone, metro, FTTx, and Optical Distribution Network (ODN) systems
Perform optical link engineering including power budget analysis, attenuation, dispersion, and splice and connector loss calculations
Develop duct bank layouts, fiber routing plans, manhole and chamber layouts, and GIS-based fiber network maps
Technical Documentation & Deliverables
Prepare detailed design packages including single-line diagrams, splicing diagrams, OTDR acceptance criteria, and as-built documentation
Develop Bills of Quantities (BoQs), technical specifications, method statements, and engineering design reports
Deployment & Field Engineering
Support installation, testing, and commissioning activities including OTDR, OLTS, and iOLM testing
Lead troubleshooting and resolution of critical fiber faults and define fiber repair procedures and SOPs
Review contractor submissions including shop drawings, method statements, and material submittals
Cross-Functional Coordination
Coordinate with civil, electrical, ITS, and ICT teams to ensure integrated design delivery
Liaise with utility authorities and stakeholders for approvals, permits, and interface management
Standards, Compliance & Quality Assurance
Ensure compliance with international standards such as ITU-T (G.652/G.657), TIA/EIA, IEEE, NEC, and local telecom authority requirements
Maintain adherence to safety, environmental, and project-specific regulatory requirements
Title: Lead Fiber Optic Network Engineer
Company: Khatib & Alami
Location: Beirut, Lebanon
