The OSP Telecom Engineer is responsible for the pre-field design and layout of the OSP (Outside Plant) telecommunications network including aerial buried and underground fiber and copper network design and layout. Must have a working level of knowledge in all technical aspects of designing OSP fiber and copper plants and work as a team member with OSP Design Engineers.
Responsibilities
Understand Telecom engineering practices and able to read and design prints.
Research existing record information including records system maps plans client data plant info and right-of-way / land-based documents
Understand ROW and easement requirements for application submission.
Ensure telecom system records accuracy and make corrections as necessary.
Obtaining cable pair route equipment and customer information
Prepare information in various formats (e.g. diagrams spreadsheets) for executive management sales construction project management field operations and network operations when requested.
Assist in the accomplishment of company objectives by performing other related duties as assigned
Evolve with new technology to keep up with a fast-growing industry.
Requirements:
5 years of experience in the fiber-optic/telecommunications/telecom construction industry.
Knowledge of outside plant activities (Fiber Cable Design Pole Line Construction Conduit System design).
Must understand DOT plans road and railroad crossings and other complex ROW issues.
Understand permit application processes
Problem-solving to following standard practices using judgment within defined policies and guidelines
Ability to read and understand as built prints and be able to identify conflicts with existing outside plant facilities select routing of lines and equipment required for projects
Ability to learn new technical systems and tools
Education:
High School Diploma required
Technical school/College preferred
Required Experience:
IC
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