Outside Plant Engineer; OSP

Outside Plant Engineer (100% Remote)

We are seeking an experienced Outside Plant (OSP) Engineer to support fiber network design, documentation, and engineering efforts for large-scale telecommunications infrastructure projects. This is a long-term, fully remote opportunity for a seasoned telecommunications professional with a strong experience in fiber plant design, network records management, and outside plant engineering.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working within carrier network environments and be capable of contributing immediately with minimal ramp-up.

• Design and support fiber plant and outside plant (OSP) infrastructure projects.
• Develop and maintain accurate network records and engineering documentation.
• Utilize engineering systems and databases to manage network inventory and design data.
• Review and update outside plant records to ensure consistency and accuracy.
• Apply knowledge of local construction practices to create practical and buildable network designs.
• Leverage tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Visio, ArcGIS/ESRI, 3
  
  GIS, and Google Earth to support engineering activities.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to resolve design issues and support project implementation.
• Incorporate right-of-way, permitting, and property rights considerations into planning efforts.
• Support ongoing network transformation and central office decommissioning initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with engineering standards, company practices, and regulatory requirements.

• Strong experience in Outside Plant (OSP) Engineering and fiber network design
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• Experience with in the telecommunications, data networking, or wireless communications industry.
• Advanced working knowledge of TIRKS
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• Experience utilizing engineering systems, databases, and network inventory platforms.
• Understanding of fiber infrastructure, network plant architecture, and local engineering practices.
• Experience with permitting, right-of-way, and property rights processes.
• Strong proficiency with:
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Visio
  • ArcGIS/ESRI
  • 3
    
    GIS
  • Google Earth
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills.

• Prior experience working for a major telecommunications carrier.
• Knowledge of LFACS
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• Central office (CO) experience.
• Switching or transport network experience.
• Previous involvement in network modernization or central office decommissioning projects.
• Established industry references within the telecommunications sector.

• 100% Remote
• Candidates should be located in the Northeast or Mid-Atlantic region
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• Minimal to no travel required.
• Long-term contract opportunity (approximately 30 months).
• Standard business hours.

The ideal candidate is a highly experienced telecommunications professional who brings deep expertise in outside plant engineering, fiber network design, and network inventory systems. This individual can quickly integrate into an established team, work independently, and provide immediate value on complex network infrastructure initiatives.

This is a Contract position based out of Basking Ridge, NJ.

The pay range for this position is $42.00 - $48.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the…