Optical Network/Carrier Ethernet Architect, Portland, OR or Salt Lake City, Utah #113818 Job at PacifiCorp, Portland, OR

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  • PacifiCorp
  • Portland, OR

Job Description

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. Manage vendor relationship. Act as single point of contact to vendor for bug-fix and vulnerability patch management. Serve as expert level consultant to internal business partners to develop and deploy technology solutions. Establish proof of concept tests and FOA pilot projects. Provide technical leadership to staff. Provide technical staff development and ongoing mentorship. Perform any additional responsibilities as requested or assigned. Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, or related field; or equivalent work experience. (Typically four years of additional related, progressive work experience would be needed for candidates applying for this position who do not possess a Bachelor’s degree. A minimum of two years additional directly related technical experience is required.) Twenty yearsof progressively responsible related experience with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a technical leadership role. Top expert level knowledge of fiber optic and/or microwave radio systems. Advanced knowledge of electric utility system protection requirements, SCADA delivery, OT network characteristics. Ability to convey highly technical concepts to senior and executive management in less-technical terms. Effective oral and written communication skills. Effective analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills. Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently. Preferences Master’s degree in engineering from an accredited college/university Additional Information Req Id: 113818 Company Code: PACIFICORP Primary Location: PORTLAND Department: Power Delivery Schedule: Days Personnel Subarea: Exempt Hiring Range: $137,000-$177,300 This position is eligible for an annual discretionary performance incentive bonus of up to 20.00% of salary. Benefits: Health care, retirement, paid time off, tuition assistance, paid short-term and long-term disability, paid bereavement leave. For more information, please visit: Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation. PacifiCorp is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Unless otherwise required by law, all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening including for marijuana. While marijuana is legal in several states, including Oregon, a positive test for positions in Oregon may disqualify a candidate. The company complies with the laws of Washington and California and only obtains and considers positive tests for marijuana in safety-sensitive positions or those covered by U.S. Department of Transportation regulations. #J-18808-Ljbffr PacifiCorp

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