Landing Engineer at Equinix Nigeria

Job Code: JR-158955

Job Summary

• The Landing Engineer will be responsible for managing and maintaining our international cable landing station in Qua Iboe.
• The candidate will be responsible for the reliability, availability, and performance of our subsea cable systems, focusing on outside plant and power infrastructure.
• You will work on designing, implementing, and maintaining cable systems, power equipment, and facilities to support our global network.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain outside plant infrastructure, including cable landing facilities, beach manholes, and terrestrial cable routes
• Manage power infrastructure, including power systems, backup generators, and energy storage systems
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors on project planning, execution, and troubleshooting
• Develop and implement maintenance procedures, emergency response plans, and disaster recovery strategies
• Conduct site surveys, feasibility studies, and technical assessments for new cable landing projects
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies
• Provide technical expertise and support for fault management, performance optimization, and capacity upgrades.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent in Electrical/Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering or related fields
• 5+ years of experience in subsea cable systems, outside plants, and power infrastructure
• Strong knowledge of cable landing station design, power systems, and network architecture
• Experience with industry-standard equipment (e.g., DWDM, OADM, power conditioners)
• Proficiency in technical design and analysis tools (e.g., AutoCAD, MS Project)
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities
• Relevant certification (e.g., CCNP, CCIE, CTP) is an advantage.