OSP Engineer II

Summary

JSI is a telecommunications engineering organization focused on advancing broadband connectivity and digital inclusion. The OSP Engineer II will plan, design, document, and permit proposed outside plant FTTx build-outs, producing deliverables for buried, underground, and aerial fiber applications while coordinating with project managers, permitting teams, and field personnel.

Responsibilities

• Reads and understands maps, drawings, and diagrams for Telecom/FFTx OSP construction
• Creates and reviews fiber assignments (schematics), high-level designs, and low-level designs
• Communicates with project managers, permitting team, and field personnel to produce accurate deliverables in accordance with deadlines, client expectations, and JSI standards
• Continuously improves job-related tasks and processes, technical and professional knowledge, skills, and performance
• Completes other tasks as assigned by manager/supervisor

Skills

• A bachelor's degree in mechanical or civil engineering, or a related field, is required. (The degree must meet educational requirements for EIT and/or PE certification according to the licensing board for the state of employment.)
• 3+ years of experience in telecom engineering and design is required
• Working knowledge of GIS, including ArcGIS/QGIS/Google Earth, etc
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD or other CAD-based software
• Ability to read and understand maps, drawings, and diagrams for Telecom/FFTx OSP construction
• Must possess intermediate skills in basic programs like Microsoft Office, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat
• Highly organized, self-starter, and detail-oriented
• Excellent verbal and written interpersonal communication skills
• Superior time management and strong attention to detail

Qualifications

Must Haves

• A bachelor's degree in mechanical or civil engineering, or a related field, is required. (The degree must meet educational requirements for EIT and/or PE certification according to the licensing board for the state of employment.)
• 3+ years of experience in telecom engineering and design is required
• Working knowledge of GIS, including ArcGIS/QGIS/Google Earth, etc
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD or other CAD-based software
• Ability to read and understand maps, drawings, and diagrams for Telecom/FFTx OSP construction
• Must possess intermediate skills in basic programs like Microsoft Office, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat
• Highly organized, self-starter, and detail-oriented
• Excellent verbal and written interpersonal communication skills
• Superior time management and strong attention to detail

Benefits

• Performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• Generous PTO
• Travel support
• Ongoing professional development and educational opportunities