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OSP Design Engineer
Location
United States
Posted
79 days ago
Salary
Not specified
Bachelor Degree3 yrs expEnglish
Job Description
• The OSP Design Engineer is a hands-on technical role responsible for the end-to-end design of fiber optic network infrastructure.
• Responsible for the full lifecycle of engineering deliverables, including field data collection, High Level Design (HLD), detailed Low Level Design (LLD), and the generation of permit packages.
• High Level Design (HLD): specific route planning, serving area architecture, and feeder network design to maximize coverage while minimizing construction costs.
• Low Level Design (LLD): Produce detailed construction-ready prints, including conduit configuration, fiber splicing schematics, building entrances, and termination points.
• Perform optical power budget calculations and material selection to ensure network integrity.
• Conduct physical site surveys and walk-outs to validate route feasibility, identify obstacles, and verify existing utility infrastructure.
• Assess pole loading and identify necessary make-ready work for aerial attachments in compliance with NESC/GO95 standards.
• Create comprehensive permit application packages (drawings, traffic control plans, and narratives) for submission to State DOTs, municipalities, railroads, and utility pole owners.
• Ensure all designs adhere to local codes, ordinances, and utility owner requirements.
Job Requirements
- 3–7 years of hands-on experience in OSP Design and Engineering, specifically with FTTx, Metro, or Long-Haul fiber networks.
- Proficiency in designing aerial, buried, and underground conduit systems.
- Strong understanding of fiber optic topology (splitters, cabinets, splice closures).
- Knowledge of industry standards (NEC, NESC, BICSI).
- Demonstrated operational experience with GIS and CAD platforms.
- Specific proficiency in IQGEO, ARAMIS, WALDO, or MicroStation/BSTCAD is highly preferred.
- Ability to travel to local sites for field surveys and possession of a valid driver's license.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities