Senior OSP Design Engineer

Summary

Join Utilities One, a leading engineering and infrastructure services provider, as a Senior OSP Design Engineer. Lead critical fiber design projects, mentor junior engineers, and ensure high-quality designs. You will plan and design FTTH/FTTP fiber optic networks, review survey data, and guide field crews. This role requires expertise in various software platforms and adherence to industry standards. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and present to clients. The position offers long-term career growth and remote work flexibility.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in OSP fiber network engineering and design
• Proven ability to lead complex design projects across multiple markets or utility types
• Deep knowledge of FTTH, centralized and distributed split architecture, and hybrid tap models
• Advanced proficiency with ArcGIS, AutoCAD, IQGeo, Vetro, 3-GIS, Katapult, or similar engineering software
• Strong understanding of permitting workflows, jurisdictional design standards, and constructability best practices
• Excellent documentation, organizational, and project tracking skills
• Effective leadership, mentoring, and communication skills in remote or hybrid team environments
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, GIS, Telecommunications, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead the detailed planning and layout of FTTH/FTTP fiber optic networks following industry best practices and client specifications
• Develop comprehensive High Level Designs (HLDs) including route selection, splice points, and network topology for diverse environments
• Review and validate field survey data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and quality of OSP infrastructure records
• Provide technical guidance and oversight to field survey crews and design engineers on data collection standards and best practices
• Interpret as-built records, utility ROW documentation, and regulatory requirements to inform network routing decisions
• Manage and upload field data, design files, and documentation using ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Katapult, Google Earth, or similar platforms
• Ensure all designs comply with NESC, NEC, and customer-specific engineering standards
• Identify engineering risks and develop alternative design solutions proactively
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including GIS, Permitting, QA/QC, and Construction to align project execution
• Support pre-construction meetings and client presentations by providing technical expertise and detailed documentation

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing for major carriers such as AT&T, Lumen, Verizon, or Frontier
• Familiarity with pole loading analysis, easement research, and joint-use coordination
• Experience supporting BEAD, RDOF, or other grant-funded broadband initiatives

Benefits

• Long-term, career-track employment with growth opportunities into technical or leadership roles
• Competitive compensation with weekly pay
• Remote work flexibility with company-provided tools and technology
• Access to impactful projects across the country
• Collaborative and fast-paced culture focused on quality, innovation, and performance