Osp Engineer

Osp Engineer – TEKsystems

Join as an Osp Engineer at TEKsystems.

• 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.
• Specify materials (fiber types, closures, slack storage, pedestals, splice enclosures) and define construction methods (aerial, directional boring, conduit placement).
• Lead vendor management: define SOWs, deliverables, acceptance criteria; conduct weekly standups, negotiate change orders, enforce contractual obligations.
• Track vendor performance via scorecards (schedule, safety, QA/QC, documentation, closeout). Validate invoices against milestones and evidence.
• Maintain project plans, risk registers, budgets and unit pricing; interface with Sales Engineering, Service Delivery, NOC and Operations for alignment.
• Maintain accurate network records in GIS/AutoCAD and inventory systems; publish updates to stakeholders.

• 3–5 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.

• Experience in state utility territories and local municipalities.
• Knowledge 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, traffic control plans.
• Working knowledge of Small Cell/5G backhaul OSP requirements.

• Vendor Leadership – sets clear expectations, enforces standards and drives accountability.
• Technical Rigor – produces high‑quality designs and documentation; strong test validation discipline.
• Execution & Ownership – delivers on‑time, within budget, with clean closeouts.
• Communication – clear written packages, field notes and stakeholder updates.
• Safety Mindset – champions safe construction practices and compliance.

Remote role with quarterly field/site visits across the assigned region.

Competitive base salary plus performance bonus. Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off. Company vehicle program or mileage reimbursement for field travel (as applicable).

Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL. Pay range: $38.00–$42.00/hr.

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and may vary with job classification and employment length.

The company is an equal‑opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.