OSP Engineer
On-siteMemphis, Tennessee, United States
Job Summary
Prepare and revise OSP fiber design drawings, conduit layouts, splice diagrams, and permitting packages in AutoCAD. Create and maintain GIS-based route maps, asset inventories, and spatial data for fiber pathways, vaults, and handholes. Assist with field surveys, redline markups, and conversion of field data into final drawings and GIS layers. Support BOM development, quantity take-offs, and basic loss-budget calculations while coordinating with senior engineers, construction teams, and utilities on design changes and as-built updates. Ensure all documentation complies with company standards, TIA/BICSI guidelines, and local permitting requirements.
Required Qualifications
- Associate's degree or equivalent in engineering, geospatial technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD (preferably Civil 3D or similar) for utility/telecom drawings
- Experience with GIS software (ArcGIS, QGIS, or equivalent) for mapping and spatial analysis
- Basic understanding of fiber optic OSP concepts (conduit systems, aerial/buried placement, splicing, and terminations)
- Strong attention to detail and ability to produce clear, accurate technical drawings
- Willingness to perform occasional field work and site visits
Desired Qualifications
- Prior internship or project experience in telecom, utility, or civil infrastructure
- Familiarity with fiber strand counts, duct banks, and standard OSP construction practices
- Experience with Google Earth, KML/KMZ files, or CAD-to-GIS data exchange
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