OSP Engineer II

JSI

OSP Engineer II planning and designing FTTx outside plant fiber build-outs for JSI. Producing permitted, accurate buried, underground, and aerial fiber deliverables.

Posted 8/25/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $33 - $36 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Telecom Engineering and Design, with a strong focus on FTTx build-outs, project management, and technical documentation. Proficient in GIS and CAD software, ensuring high-quality deliverables and effective communication with stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Telecom Engineering ExperienceFTTx Design and Build-OutGIS Proficiency (ArcGIS/QGIS/Google Earth)AutoCAD or CAD Software KnowledgeBachelor’s Degree in Engineering

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Hard Skills

Telecom EngineeringFTTx DesignGISAutoCADMicrosoft OfficeExcelAdobe AcrobatTechnical DocumentationProject ManagementDesign Schematics

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsHighly OrganizedDetail-OrientedSelf-StarterTime Management

Certifications & Qualifications

EIT CertificationPE Certification

Industry Keywords

Outside Plant (OSP)Fiber ApplicationsConstruction DrawingsPermittingHigh-Level DesignsLow-Level Designs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan, design, document, and permit proposed new outside plant FTTx build-outs
Produce high-quality deliverables for buried, underground, and aerial fiber applications
Read and understand maps, drawings, and diagrams for Telecom/FFTx OSP construction
Create and review fiber assignments (schematics), high-level designs, and low-level designs
Communicate with project managers, permitting team, and field personnel to produce accurate deliverables according to deadlines, client expectations, and JSI standards
Continuously improve job-related tasks and processes, technical and professional knowledge, skills, and performance
Complete other tasks as assigned by manager/supervisor

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
Intermediate skills in 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

Comp & perks

Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses
Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k))
Generous PTO and travel support
Ongoing professional development and educational opportunities