Field Engineer, Network Engineering & Design

In an increasingly digitized economy, high-speed, reliable internet connectivity has transitioned from a luxury to an essential utility. Aervivo is partnering with community owners, managers and leaders across the country to enable them to deliver reliable, affordable, gigabit managed WiFi to their residents, solving the connectivity and digital divide.

The Aervivo Cloud and Connectivity Platform currently connects tens of communities and thousands of residential units across the States of CA and UT and the Commonwealths of PA and MA. We have contracts and grant awards from numerous owners and funding programs and are growing rapidly, expanding within our existing footprint and shortly into other States.

We are looking to grow our small and passionate team, composed of veterans of Google, Verizon, Vivint, EducationSuperHighway and Clearwire. You’ll get to work in a high-growth, impact-focused, and collaborative start-up environment with an open, inclusive culture with the opportunity to continue to increase your impact as we grow. Our team is 100% remote as we value phenomenal talent over location.

THE ROLE:

We are seeking a skilled and hands-on Field Engineer (Survey and Deployment Support) who can perform accurate field assessments, validate design assumptions, and support deployment activities for broadband network installations in multi-dwelling unit (MDU) communities.

You will be the bridge between design and construction—ensuring that every design is grounded in real-world site conditions and executed to Aervivo’s quality and safety standards. This role requires strong technical knowledge, field experience, and the ability to communicate effectively with engineers, contractors, and property managers.

Your work will directly influence the quality, efficiency, and success of our network builds and the customer experience we deliver.

This is a full time position based in MA reporting to the Director of Network Design & Engineering. It will require frequent travel to job sites for the purposes of conducting surveys and interacting with vendors on aspects relating to network design.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Field Surveys & Verification

• Conduct detailed site walks to capture building layouts, pathway routes, and equipment locations.
• Verify space, power, and grounding availability for MDFs, IDFs, and equipment racks.
• Document site conditions through measurements, photos, and marked-up floorplans.
• Identify construction constraints and recommend routing or mounting solutions.
• Perform line-of-sight (LOS) and signal verification for wireless backhaul and distribution radios.

Deployment Support

• Support installation teams during cabling, radio, and equipment deployment.
• Ensure workmanship meets Aervivo’s quality standards and complies with NEC/NESC and local codes.
• Perform QA/QC inspections to verify installations match design specifications and as-built requirements.
• Assist with troubleshooting and testing of cabling, fiber terminations, and network components.
• Collaborate with the design team to provide feedback from the field that improves accuracy and constructability.

Documentation & Reporting

• Produce clear field reports summarizing findings, deviations, and corrective actions.
• Maintain organized documentation in shared systems (photos, drawings, redlines, reports).
• Provide as-built markups and input for updating design packages after installation.
• Coordinate with project managers and logistics teams on material needs and installation progress.

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS:

• 3+ years of experience in telecom field engineering, structured cabling, or broadband installation.
• Strong knowledge of fiber optic, Cat6, and low-voltage systems.
• Ability to interpret and validate engineering drawings, construction prints, and site plans.
• Familiarity with OSP/ISP construction methods, including conduit, raceways, aerial/underground routing, and equipment mounting.
• Proficient with tools and instruments such as laser measurers, cable testers, OTDRs, and survey apps.
• Working understanding of NEC/NESC codes and safety standards.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Highly organized, proactive, and able to work independently in the field.
• Experience with fiber splicing, termination, and optical testing.
• Background in wireless radio or RF installations (point-to-point, WiFi mesh, or mmWave).
• Familiarity with construction permitting and inspection processes.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, SmartDraw, or GIS tools for updating as-builts.
• Experience collaborating with design and project management teams in fast-paced environments.

PERKS & BENEFITS:

• Fully paid HSA medical insurance option for employees, heavily subsidized for dependents, with ability to upgrade to other PPO and HSA options
• Fully paid dental and vision insurance for employees, subsidized for dependents
• FSA and dependent care FSA options available
• 401k program
• Free basic life and AD&D insurance
• 15 paid company holidays
• 20 weeks paid maternity; 12 weeks parental leave for partner or spouse
• Unlimited paid time off
• Home internet subsidy
• Cell phone subsidy