Engineer II, OSP Engineering
On-siteTroy, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Design and engineer OSP fiber routes using aerial, underground, and direct-buried methods. Create construction drawings, splicing schematics, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) using CAD/GIS tools. Conduct field surveys, route verification, and feasibility assessments for permitting and right-of-way requirements. Prepare permit packages and coordinate with municipalities, DOTs, and utility companies. Support construction teams with design clarifications and field modifications. Evaluate existing infrastructure and propose upgrades to optimize network performance. Ensure compliance with NESC, NEC, and other regulatory standards. Track project progress, report risks, and ensure deliverables meet quality, budget, and timeline targets. Collaborate with internal stakeholders including project management, operations, and network engineering. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, 3-5 years of OSP experience, and proficiency in AutoCAD and ArcGIS. Standard travel up to 20% within a 10-mile radius.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Telecommunication, or equivalent work experience
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in Outside Plant (OSP) engineering experience (fiber preferred)
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong knowledge of aerial and underground construction methods, permitting processes, and utility standards
- Ability to interpret construction drawings, splicing diagrams, and utility maps
- Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills
- Knowledge of fiber characterization, splicing techniques, and optical testing
- Experience with OSP design tools such as 3-GIS, OSPInsight, or FiberBase
- Understanding of make-ready engineering and NESC pole loading
- Familiarity with broadband network design and FTTH/FTTP deployments
- Valid Driver's License
- Standard travel to assigned territories (up to 20% of the time within a 10-mile radius)
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
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