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OS Engineer

NextGen Global Resources
Columbus, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 5/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/7/2026

The Lead OSP Engineering is on a team of engineers working with vendors in designing, maintaining, and expanding fiber network. This role drives strategic initiatives, manages complex and ambiguous projects, and fosters innovation and operational excellence across the Fiber Design & Construction organization. 


Responsibilities 

Network Design & Optimization 

  • Design conduit and fiber routes for services including Dark Fiber, Ethernet, SD-WAN, WDM, DIA, and FTT. 
  • Develop creative solutions using client's assets to meet customer-specific routing and diversity needs. 
  • Knowledge of and ability to research and understand jurisdictional requirements related to construction of fiber in public and private easements and right of ways (ROW)  
  • Research databases and records to support network design and fiber optimization. 
  • Create and provide output specifying selected fiber path and required splicing work for installations, relocations, and restorations. 
  • Review and approve construction drawings, splice plans, BOMs, and route analyses for challenging and specialized crossings.
  • Investigate proposed routes by fielding, identifying potential challenges and proposing alternative paths where necessary.


Data & Systems Management 

  • Maintain accurate records for internal project planning tools.
  • Monitor and drive key metrics surrounding program delivery timelines, quality and resource allocation.
  • Ensure clean and accurate inventory records across all internal tools. 


Customer & Vendor Coordination 

  • Establish effective communication with internal teams, vendors, and customers. 
  • Provide weekly updates on customer calls surrounding project completeness, weekly achievements, risk and forecast as appropriate.

 

Qualifications 

  • 7 years of telecom fiber network experience, preferably within construction or fiber design departments. 
  • 4-Year Degree in Engineering is a plus. 
  • Ability to function independently and self-motivate. 
  • Experience in reviewing CAD drawings for submission to local municipalities and jurisdictions.
  • Strong interpersonal skills for supporting and communicating with cross-functional teams. 
  • Strong aptitude for training and mentoring less experienced team members. 
  • Proficiency using and leveraging GIS-based data management systems. 
  • Proficiency in Google Earth and managing KMZ files. 
  • Knowledge and experience in fiber construction practices. 
  • Proficiency in MS Office suite including MS Visio. 
  • Experience using Salesforce.com platform is a plus. 
  • Experience using AutoCAD is a plus. 
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills with ability to prioritize assignments. 


Company Description
• What you didn’t know about us:
• Competitive salary
• Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Short/Long Term Disability and Critical Care/Illness Protection
• Life Insurance and Retirement Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• With this position, you will get the opportunity to work with our game changing clients and further advance your already valuable experience in the telecom industry!

• We are Connectors. We thrive on ‘quality over quantity’ and put in the work building strong relationships. We create connections, discover qualities, uncover skills, and place people with accuracy. We are your true partner!

• We are Collaborators. You’ll be working with a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kelly and part of the Kelly Telecom division. It allows us to be as nimble and fiercely competitive as a startup while having the backing of a multibillion dollar publicly traded company which has been in business for 75 years. With direct access to hiring managers, services don’t stop at standard recruiting processes. We use our expertise to improve your application skills and provide ongoing career support.

• We give 24/7 Support. We are in this together. We provide around the clock availability, competitive employee benefits, and continuously check-in to make sure things are going smoothly. Check out our Glassdoor page!
• Kelly Telecom is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, genetic information, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• For more information click Equal Employment Opportunity is the law.
• You should know: Your safety matters! Vaccination against COVID-19 may be a requirement for this job in compliance with current client and governmental policies. A recruiter will confirm and share more details with you during the interview process.

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Salary : $110,000 - $120,000

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