Fiber Optic Design Engineer Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Description
Reports To: Construction Manager
Travel Potential: 25-50%
Compensation: $30.00 - $35.00 Hourly
Company Profile:
Congruex provides digital infrastructure solutions through engineering and construction services that connect communities nationwide. This includes wireline, wireless, data centers, and utility services from initial concept to market go-live.
With employees across the United States and India, the work we do enables essential infrastructure for the future of communications.
Build a Career. Build What Matters.
Job Summary:
As the Fiber Splicing Technician, you will ultimately be responsible for splicing, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing fiber optic cables. You will coordinate fiber installations, maintenance, and network troubleshooting and deliver reliable fiber connectivity for Congruex construction projects. As the Fiber Splicing Technician, your customers are Congruex construction teams and telecommunications clients, and you will make meaningful contributions to the company's success through accurate splicing, efficient troubleshooting, and safe field operations.
Key Responsibilities (Including, but not limited to):
• Perform end-of-line network testing to verify balanced signal levels across fiber networks
• Prepare, label, and organize fiber optic cables for installation and splicing
• Build, install, and maintain fiber cases, enclosures, tie points, and jumper cases
• Perform color-coded fiber splicing, tray jumping, and multiple cable splicing in enclosures
• Read splice matrices, blueprints, and redline maps to understand fiber routes and assignments
• Troubleshoot fiber network issues, complete case swaps, audits, and rehabilitation of gel-filled enclosures
• Additional responsibilities within functional scope based on business needs
Required Qualifications:
Education, Licensing, and Certifications
• OSHA 10 certification required
Experience
• Experience in fiber splicing, fiber optic installation, telecommunications construction, or related field preferred
• Experience reading blueprints, splice matrices, and utility maps
Skills and Abilities
• Ability to perform physical labor including climbing ladders, poles, and working in confined spaces
• Ability to distinguish colors accurately for fiber connections and splicing
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to use basic math skills for measurements and calculations
• Ability to maintain organized, safe, and efficient work practices
Preferred Qualifications:
• Prior hands-on fiber splicing experience
• Experience working with underground and aerial fiber installations
• Familiarity with fiber testing equipment and splicing tools
Physical Requirements:
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Stand, walk, bend, climb, kneel, and work in physically demanding positions for extended periods
• Work performed outdoors, in all weather conditions, in confined spaces, and at heights
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen
Congruex Culture & Benefits:
Congruex's culture of safety and performance is built on the 4X Factor core values of Be Safe, Be Accountable, Be Respectful, and Earn Trust. These values guide how we work with one another and how we interact with our customers.
We are committed to building a workplace where employees feel supported and recognized. We invest in employees through a comprehensive approach, including the benefits below with eligibility on Day 1 of employment:
• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits with 70% paid by the company
• 401(k) with company match up to 4% and immediate vesting
• Flexible PTO for exempt roles & competitive PTO accrual for non-exempt roles
• 10 company paid holidays (9 standard and 1 floating)
• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave options
• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance (with employee paid voluntary options)
• Annual Safety Boot Program of up to $150 per eligible field employee per year
• Safety Points Program for eligible field employees redeemable in the company store
• Free wellness benefits like counseling, financial planning, and more
Additional Employment Information:
We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in similar roles. Some benefits have eligibility criteria. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" employment relationship. Conditions to hiring may include but are not necessarily limited to background checks and drug testing.