Solution Engineer

Job Expectations

Build your career and Australia’s future.

Not many people can say they are working on building Australia’s future. With us you’ll be doing just that, leaving a legacy for all Australians. Plus, there’s equal employment, great training, and true flexible working arrangements.

We have an exciting opportunity at nbn, as a Solution Engineer reporting to the Senior Manager CNI Engineering

A bit about your role

The role involves defining and documenting solutions for nbn's Common Network Infrastructure (CNI) and Critical Infrastructure of NTS facilities. It requires collaboration with stakeholders to understand business requirements, scope, risks, and issues, translating them into high-quality engineering standards and design guidelines.

The position also entails writing and publishing engineering standards for the physical environment and infrastructure within Fibre Access Nodes (FAN), Points of Interconnect (POI), and nbn's Network and Technology Sites (NTS). Additionally, it involves specifying and testing CNI hardware for installation in the nbn network, enabling the physical installation of active network equipment by working with project teams, and providing support and guidance to field-based staff. Technical expertise is provided regarding various CNI aspects.

A bit about you

The ideal candidate holds a degree in engineering or a related field, with experience in designing and delivering complex architecture solutions in telecommunications or related industries.

A proven track record in technical design and documentation roles with telecommunications service providers, hands-on experience with telecommunications equipment installation, and in-depth knowledge of data centre design principles and industry standards.

The successful candidate is skilled in Inside Plant elements, possesses excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, and has a "can do" attitude with the ability to work autonomously. They can engineer scalable solutions within project constraints and are proficient in MS Word, MS Visio, Jira, and Confluence.

Life at nbn

To be part of nbn is to be part of something bigger. There’s so much more from here. Our pioneering spirit drives us forward every day. Together, we help lift the digital capability of the nation by building and connecting Australia’s best fibre infrastructure into homes and businesses, plus places and things, everywhere. We’re continuing to create Australia’s network—a network made for more. Not just a way for everyone to do the things they love but transforming the way they do them.

A more inclusive working world

nbn is committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace where everyone can feel heard, valued, and respected. We believe diverse perspectives are the key to unlocking greater outcomes and encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. That's why we have a Reconciliation Action Plan, Accessibility & Inclusion Plan, offer 18 weeks of paid parental leave, are a Pride in Diversity Gold Employer for three years running, and have active employee-led diversity pillars. Click here to see our list of employee benefits and why we're recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women.

We champion equal opportunities for all employees. If you have any accessibility requirements and would like to discuss adjustments for the recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to contact us by emailing [email protected] or calling our Recruitment Accessibility Enquiry Line at +61 2 8918 9990. Please note, this line is dedicated to accessibility-related enquiries for the purposes of recruitment, and only enquiries related to accessibility adjustments will be answered. For other matters, please visit our Contact Us page on our website.

Where to from here?

We encourage you to apply even if you feel that you do not meet all of the above qualifications. Frequently cited statistics show that women and underrepresented groups apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We encourage you to break that statistic and to apply. No one ever meets 100% of the requirements. We look forward to your application!

 Please apply by following the links and sending in your resume only. We do not require a cover letter or any selection criteria to be addressed.

Please note that this role is a permanent opportunity, and applications will close at midnight on Thursday 17th April 2025.   

Worker Type

Permanent

Time Type

Full time