What are the responsibilities and job description for the OSP Design Engineer position at United Communications?
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At United Communications, we’ve been connecting Middle Tennessee communities for over 75 years. What began as a rural telephone service in 1947 has evolved into one of the region’s fastest, most reliable internet providers—recognized by Broadband Now for top speeds and customer satisfaction. We deliver fiber, fixed wireless, and DSL solutions with a personal, local touch. In partnership with Middle Tennessee Electric, we’re expanding broadband access to underserved areas, making this an exciting time to join our growing team and build your career.
WHY UNITED?
The OSP Design Engineer is responsible for conducting detailed fiber-optic network designs for middle-mile and last-mile networks, including Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) projects. This role requires an in-depth understanding of fiber-optic design standards and industry best practices, as well as working knowledge of GIS/CAD design software and the ability to utilize field-collection tools to create accurate final deliverables.
Typical OSP design responsibilities range from determining pathway routing and evaluating construction alternatives based on site walkouts and field data collection to producing final detailed designs. The Design Engineer is fully responsible and accountable for the final design content and all documentation required to support the placement of physical fiber infrastructure for both Outside Plant (OSP) and Inside Plant (ISP) communication facilities.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Duties include the following, but other duties may be assigned as required.
This is a direct-hire, full-time, on-site position located at our Murfreesboro, TN, location.
Want to learn more about who we are, explore our core values, and discover additional career opportunities? Visit us at www.united.net and join us in building the future of connectivity.
At United Communications, we’ve been connecting Middle Tennessee communities for over 75 years. What began as a rural telephone service in 1947 has evolved into one of the region’s fastest, most reliable internet providers—recognized by Broadband Now for top speeds and customer satisfaction. We deliver fiber, fixed wireless, and DSL solutions with a personal, local touch. In partnership with Middle Tennessee Electric, we’re expanding broadband access to underserved areas, making this an exciting time to join our growing team and build your career.
WHY UNITED?
- Award-Winning Culture: 2023 & 2024 Best Places to Work
- Trusted Local Employer for over 75 Years: 4.7 Google Star Rating
- Commitment to Employee Well-Being & Satisfaction: Employee-Focused Benefit Offerings
- Top 100 Fiber-To-The-Home Leader
- 401k Match, HSA, and more!
The OSP Design Engineer is responsible for conducting detailed fiber-optic network designs for middle-mile and last-mile networks, including Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) projects. This role requires an in-depth understanding of fiber-optic design standards and industry best practices, as well as working knowledge of GIS/CAD design software and the ability to utilize field-collection tools to create accurate final deliverables.
Typical OSP design responsibilities range from determining pathway routing and evaluating construction alternatives based on site walkouts and field data collection to producing final detailed designs. The Design Engineer is fully responsible and accountable for the final design content and all documentation required to support the placement of physical fiber infrastructure for both Outside Plant (OSP) and Inside Plant (ISP) communication facilities.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Duties include the following, but other duties may be assigned as required.
- Create high-level preliminary route designs for all categories of HLE requests and provide initial cost estimates based on the proposed routes.
- Coordinate with the fielding team on site visit schedules and data-gathering requirements.
- Perform detailed OSP designs in strict accordance with United Design Standards.
- Develop, draft, and prepare all required documentation needed to issue a fully executable project to Construction.
- Utilize digital field-collection methods to support project planning and design.
- Maintain expected QC grading for all design projects.
- Process revision requests, cost-change approvals, and as-built redlines to ensure record compliance.
- Ensure SLA compliance within assigned areas of focus.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
- Understanding of FTTH, Metro-E, and FTTX Network Architecture.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in related Fielding or Construction position.
- Proficiency in GIS/CAD design support software, with experience using tools such as AutoCAD
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction-related prints.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Smartsheet
This is a direct-hire, full-time, on-site position located at our Murfreesboro, TN, location.
Want to learn more about who we are, explore our core values, and discover additional career opportunities? Visit us at www.united.net and join us in building the future of connectivity.