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Osp Engineer
United States
Contract
Remote
Entry, Mid Level
$38/hr - $42/hr
2+ years expTEKsystems is a leading provider of business and technology services, and they are seeking an OSP Engineer. The role involves comprehensive OSP designs, vendor management, and project execution to ensure successful fiber optic installations.
Computer Software
Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive OSP designs for FTTx, enterprise laterals, backbone rings, and relocations, including route selection and make-ready analysis
Produce detailed construction drawings, splicing schematics, fiber assignments, BOMs, and redlines/as-builts
Ensure designs meet NEC/NESC, DOT, municipal, utility owner standards, and engineering criteria
Select materials (fiber types, closures, slack storage, pedestals, splice enclosures) and define construction methods (aerial, directional boring, conduit placement)
Manage OSP engineering, construction, splicing, and test vendors; define SOWs, deliverables, and acceptance criteria
Develop vendor scorecards tracking schedule adherence, safety, QA/QC, change order discipline, documentation accuracy, and closeout timeliness
Lead weekly vendor standups, resolve blockers, negotiate change orders, and enforce contractual obligations
Validate vendor invoices against milestones and evidence (photos, test results, as-builts) prior to approval
Build and maintain project plans, and risk registers
Track budgets, unit pricing, change management, and EAC (estimate at completion) across multiple concurrent builds
Interface with Sales Engineering, Service Delivery, NOC, and Operations to align customer intervals and internal readiness
Maintain accurate network records in GIS/AutoCAD and inventory systems; publish updates to stakeholders
Qualification
Required
2-5 years OSP engineering experience in fiber optics (aerial and underground)
Proficiency with AutoCAD, GIS (ArcGIS/QGIS), and standard OSP drawing packages
Experience managing third-party vendors (engineering, construction, splicing) with measurable outcomes
Preferred
Experience in State utility territories and local municipalities
Understanding of GPON/XGS-PON, DWDM, and enterprise lateral designs
Certifications: Fiber Optics Technician (CFOT), OSP Specialist (FOA), or equivalent
Familiarity with pole loading analysis tools, microtrench specs, and traffic control plans
Working knowledge of Small Cell/5G backhaul OSP requirements
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off.
Company vehicle program or mileage reimbursement for field travel (as applicable).
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
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