وظيفة مهندس اختبار الألياف البصرية لدى جهة حكومية بالمنطقة الشرقية

Job Description - Fiber Optic Testing Engineer

Job Title

Fiber Optic Testing Engineer

Department

Fiber Optic Lab

Reports To

Lab Manager

Job Summary communication products in accordance with international standards. The role supports the laboratory's accreditation, quality management system, and the continuous development of new testing capabilities while ensuring accurate and timely delivery of test reports.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform testing and evaluation of fiber optic cables, optical fibers, connectors, patch cords, closures, and passive optical components.

• Conduct optical, mechanical, environmental, and durability testing in accordance with IEC, ISO, Telcordia (GR), and ITU-T standards.

• Operate, maintain, and verify laboratory equipment, including OTDR, Optical Power Meter, Optical Light Source, Optical Spectrum Analyzer, Environmental Chambers, Tensile and Compression Testing Machines, and Climatic and Aging Test Equipment.

• Analyze test data and prepare accurate technical reports.

• Develop, validate, and implement new laboratory test methods and procedures.

• Support ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation activities, including method validation, uncertainty calculations, proficiency testing, and internal audits.

• Perform equipment calibration checks and coordinate external calibrations.

• Investigate non-conforming work and implement corrective and preventive actions.

• Ensure laboratory activities comply with quality, safety, and HSE requirements.

• Maintain laboratory records, test documentation, and quality system documentation.

• Provide technical support to customers and internal stakeholders.

• Assist in evaluating new laboratory equipment and technologies.

• Participate in research and development activities to introduce new testing services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related discipline.

• 2-5 years of experience in fiber optic testing, telecommunications laboratories, or TIC services.

• Experience working in an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory is preferred.

Technical Knowledge

• Fiber optic communication systems

• Optical loss and attenuation testing

• OTDR analysis and fault localization

• Fiber characterization testing

• IEC, ISO, Telcordia (GR), and ITU-T standards

• Laboratory quality management systems

• Calibration principles

• Technical report preparation

• Microsoft Office applications

Skills

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills

• Attention to detail

• Technical report writing

• Problem-solving

• Laboratory equipment operation

• Good communication and teamwork

• Time management

• Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage

Preferred Certifications

• FOA Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT)

• BICSI Certification

• ISO/IEC 17025 Internal Auditor

• ISO 9001 Internal Auditor (preferred)

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Test report turnaround time

• Testing accuracy and quality

• Equipment utilization and uptime

• Compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 requirements

• Zero major audit findings

• On-time completion of testing projects

• Number of new test methods developed

• Customer satisfaction

• Compliance with laboratory safety requirements