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CBRE | DIRECTLINE, a CBRE Data Center Solutions business, is a leading technology infrastructure services provider enabling mission critical data center infrastructure for the world’s technology leaders. Catering to a broad spectrum of technology and client requirements, 1200+ skilled technicians deliver over 1000 projects annually across data center markets in the US and APAC. DL has proven success in the deployment of next-generation infrastructure technologies across the data center lifecycle; from design & planning, install & build through Day 2 maintenance, technology upgrades & retrofits, including delivering the latest wave of AI/ML platforms.

About the Role Serve as a senior technical subject matter expert responsible for the evaluation, validation, and qualification of fiber optic technologies, cable systems, and connectivity solutions. Act as a key liaison between engineering organizations, fiber optic manufacturers, suppliers, and testing teams.

What You'll Do

• Serve as a technical authority on fiber optic cable technologies, connectivity solutions,

• and infrastructure applications.

• Review and interpret validation results including IL, RL, Reflectance, OTDR, continuity,

• polarity, and reliability data.

• Collaborate with engineering teams, suppliers, manufacturers, and testing

• organizations.

• Provide technical recommendations regarding product performance, reliability, and

• deployment readiness.

• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions.

• Develop technical reports, validation summaries, and risk assessments.

What You'll Need

• Minimum 5 years of fiber optic industry experience; 10+ years preferred.

• Experience in fiber optic manufacturing, telecommunications infrastructure, ISP/OSP

• deployment, or related engineering environments.

• Expertise in ISP and OSP fiber infrastructure.

• Strong understanding of fiber cable construction, installation, splicing, termination, and

• troubleshooting.

• Ability to interpret IL, RL, Reflectance, OTDR, and reliability test data.

• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Optics, Photonics, Electrical Engineering, Physics,

• Telecommunications Engineering, or related field.

• Experience with Corning, CommScope, AFL, Sumitomo, Rosenberger, Prysmian, OFS, or

• similar manufacturers.

• Knowledge of IEC, TIA/EIA, and Telcordia standards.

• Experience with MPO/MTP, LC, SC, MMC, and related connector technologies.

• Experience supporting qualification, validation, reliability, or supplier quality programs

Why CBRE

• When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

• We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

Our Values in Hiring At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses may be available on select positions only, for qualified candidates based on role requirements and experience. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future. #directline #cbredirectlinereferral