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Sr. Planning Engineer, Capacity Planning

About Forged Fiber

At Forged Fiber, our mission is bold but simple: deliver fast, reliable, future-proof connectivity that builds the foundation for everything online. As we execute, we believe the right way to do something is the only way. This foundation guides how the company builds, operates, and maintains a state-of-the-art open-access fiber network platform that empowers millions.

Forged Fiber is about more than building a network. It is about people. Every role matters. Every contribution counts. Together, employees create impact through teamwork, trust, and a shared commitment to excellence.

Job Summary

As a Sr. Planning Engineer, Capacity Planning you will own capacity management across Forged Fiber 37’s PON equipment and fiber infrastructure—optimizing port and bandwidth utilization to ensure high‑performance, reliable service as customer demand continues to grow. Join us at Forged Fiber 37 as we build the nation’s best open access fiber network platform—reliable, future proof infrastructure that empowers communities and unlocks next generation internet experiences.

Work Location- Hybrid-Denver, CO or Dallas, TX

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Proactively analyze network performance and traffic trends to identify capacity constraints, anticipate future demand, and support subscriber growth and new service offerings.

• Design and recommend network architecture enhancements and upgrades that enable scalable, high-performance capacity growth.

• Plan and design outside plant fiber modifications required to support evolving network architecture, leveraging GIS‑based planning tools.

• Develop clear, detailed planning handoff packages that translate strategy and analysis into actionable designs for engineering and implementation partners.

• Perform network analysis and architectural reviews to support funding decisions and long-term investment planning.

You will operate as a self directed individual contributor, bringing strong technical judgment, clear communication, and a high standard of quality and integrity while collaborating effectively in a fast paced, dynamic environment.

Required Competencies & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or relevant experience

• 3-5+ years experience of PON network equipment design

• 3-5+ years experience of capacity management experience

• Requires use of systems, including but not limited to 3GIS, O2, and Netbox

• Experience utilizing ESRI a plus

• Knowledge of Outside Plant and Fiber Optic Cable design principles

• Preferred knowledge of open access network design principles

• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel or equivalent program

• Work independently with little or no oversight, be able to self-manage their workload and deliver all projects to meet deadlines

• Strong documentation writing and analytical skills

• Must be highly adept at collaborating with others, at all levels in the organization

• Experience with Metro/Ethernet network a plus RSRFF37

What We Look For in a Candidate

Forged Fiber’s culture is built on honesty, respect, trust, transparency, and a growth mindset. We strive to treat people at all levels in the organization 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.

Compensation

This 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.

 Location Based Pay Ranges:

$83,000-$138,000

Forged 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.

What to Expect Next

Background Screening

If 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.

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