Passive Network Engineer

Company Description

Real Placements, established in 2010, is a leading placement consultancy based in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Known for its exceptional recruitment services, the company is committed to connecting businesses with skilled professionals who meet specific job role requirements. With a focus on high-quality service, Real Placements has become the preferred recruitment partner for many prominent commercial ventures in the region. The company takes pride in its strong client retention rate, with 90% of its business coming from existing clients.

Role Description

The Passive Network Engineer will be responsible for planning, installing, managing, and maintaining passive network infrastructure including structured cabling systems, fiber and copper networks, racks, patch panels, and associated components.

The role ensures high availability, compliance with standards, and optimal network performance across enterprise/campus environments.

Location: Hansalpur, Becharji, Gujarat

Shift: 24x7 Rotational (Onsite)

Qualification: B.E / B.Tech / BCA

Experience: 2–3 Years

ITIL Preferred | OEM Certified Mandatory

Key Responsibilities Installation & Implementation

- Install and terminate structured cabling (Cat6 / Cat6A / Cat7, Fiber Optic – SM/MM) - Deploy and manage network racks, LIUs/ODFs, patch panels, conduits, cable trays - Perform fiber splicing, OTDR testing, copper cable certification - Change RJ45 modules, IO ports, network cables - Replace network/electrical components (Ports, Sockets, MCB, UPS) - Maintain proper labeling and documentation - Ensure rack hygiene and coordinate with passive vendors - Support new site expansion, commissioning, and decommissioning

Operations & Maintenance

- Conduct routine health checks of MDF/IDF rooms - Maintain rack cleanliness, cooling, and power standards - Troubleshoot fiber breaks, patching errors, and cable faults - Monitor structured cabling health to minimize downtime - Perform preventive maintenance - Test UTP/Fiber connectivity using vendor tools

Standards & Compliance

- Maintain network diagrams, layouts, and test reports - Follow cable management best practices - Maintain asset documentation

Vendor Coordination

- Coordinate with ISPs, OEMs, and contractors - Monitor vendor quality and standards compliance - Manage passive infrastructure during expansion/relocation

Safety & Compliance

- Follow workplace safety standards - Ensure compliance with building and fire safety norms

Required Skills & CompetenciesTechnical Skills

- Strong knowledge of structured cabling systems - Fiber optics expertise (Splicing, OTDR, Power Meter testing) - Rack management, grounding & bonding - Understanding of LAN/WAN fundamentals - Ability to read network layout drawings

Soft Skills

- Good communication and coordination - Ability to work in 24x7 rotational shifts - Strong documentation skills - Vendor supervision capability

Preferred Candidate Profile

- 2–3 years of hands-on passive network experience - Experience in manufacturing/large campus environment preferred - Immediate joiners preferred