Outside Plant Designer

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The OSP Designer is responsible for planning, designing, documenting, and permitting the telecommunications networks that connect our world. You will work as a member of our Engineering and professional services team, producing high-quality deliverables for underground and aerial applications, including FTTx (Fiber-to-the-X) build-outs.

• Collaborate with project managers, construction coordinators, survey, and other members of the engineering team to plan and develop new utility infrastructure deployments.
• Produce engineering designs and detailed drawings for utility projects, including fiber optics, electric distribution, natural gas distribution, and water services.
• Plan and design new FTTx fiber optic cable network deployments, including fiber to the home (FTTH) designs.
• Develop detailed engineering documentation and permit applications.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, local regulations, and best practices.
• Collaborate with project managers to develop project budgets, schedules, and resource requirements, and track progress against milestones.
• Stay current with relevant standards and technologies to ensure designs comply with best practices and industry standards.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of Five Star's utility engineering processes and methodologies.

• Certificate or associate degree in engineering, architecture, geography, GIS, or related field.
• Experience in producing technical plans and drawings for engineering projects.
• Experience in drafting, design, or engineering in a utility or engineering environment.
• Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations related to utility design and permits.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to analyze and interpret data.
• Proficient with Adobe Pro, Bluebeam, and Google Earth.
• Strong proficiency in ArcGIS, QGIS, AutoCAD, Autodesk Civil 3D, and other similar software.
• Experience with various FTTH Architectures and Automated Fiber Optic Network Design.
• Experience with utility owner software including ArcGIS PRO, 3
  
  GIS, ARAMIS, IQGeo, Magellan, PRISM, QGIS, Small Wold, STORMS.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.