Osp Engineer

Job Posting:
Underground Fiber OSP Engineer

Job Title: OSP Engineer – Underground Fiber

Employment Type: Long-Term Contract

Work Type: Field-heavy (underground fiber), limited office work as needed

Location: Regional fiber market

We are seeking an experienced Underground Fiber OSP Engineer to support the design, documentation, permitting, and field execution of underground fiber network projects. This role focuses exclusively on fiber and exclusively on underground plant - no aerial work. The ideal candidate brings strong field surveying skills, deep understanding of underground construction methods, and the ability to engineer fiber routes that comply with all client, utility, and municipal requirements.

• Engineer underground fiber routes including trenching, boring, micro-duct, conduit, and handhole/manhole placement.
• Conduct detailed field surveys of underground paths, utilities, ROW conditions, and construction constraints.
• Develop construction designs and OSP work packages using CAD/GIS platforms.
• Coordinate with construction teams, permitting agencies, and utility owners.
• Verify and document existing underground facilities and resolve routing conflicts.
• Ensure compliance with NEC, NESC, local codes, and all internal engineering standards.
• Prepare permitting documentation, BOMs, construction notes, and detailed drawings.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects while maintaining schedules and documentation accuracy.
• Create redlines, as-builts, and updated records post-construction.

• 3-5+ years experience in underground fiber OSP engineering
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• Strong understanding of underground construction methods: directional boring, trenching, micro trenching, conduit placement.
• Experience performing underground field surveys and validating utility paths.
• Proficiency with CAD/GIS tools (ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Vetro, etc.).
• Ability to read utility maps, as-builts, splicing documentation, and fiber route designs.
• Knowledge of municipal permitting processes and ROW requirements.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills.

• Experience with Metro Fiber, FTTH, and large-scale commercial underground fiber builds.
• Background working with permitting authorities, landowners, or utility providers.
• Experience with major fiber providers or OSP contracting environments.
• Ability to work independently in the field with minimal supervision.

This is a Contract position based out of Phoenix, AZ.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 – $43.00/hr eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision;
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available;
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents);
Short and long-term disability;
Health Spending Account (HSA);
Transportation benefits;
Employee Assistance Program;
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

This is a fully onsite position in Phoenix, AZ.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 31, 2026.

About TEKsystems:
We’re partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change.

That’s the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

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