Description
osp workorders
design systems
permit submission
field surveys
budget tracking
utility coordination
We are seeking an OSP Engineer to support copper and fiber outside‑plant facility projects. The role involves estimating, analyzing, designing, and planning OSP work while tracking budgets and ensuring compliance with company and industry standards. The engineer will coordinate with municipal agencies, contractors, and utilities to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the highest quality.
- Meet with municipal officials to discuss road and utility projects (travel reimbursed).
- Locate and identify Frontier facilities and evaluate project impacts with managers.
- Collaborate with other utilities to develop relocation plans that minimize conflicts.
- Perform field/design OSP work orders, including service orders, subdivisions, road moves, dark fiber MDU, and aerial or buried copper/fiber.
- Update design and project systems such as FROGS, CAD, Varasset, and SiteTracker.
- Coordinate with power companies and communication providers on make‑ready work, pole replacements, and service requests.
- Prepare and submit permits to local, state, and federal agencies (DOT, DNR, railroad, pipeline).
- Partner with SSP contractors to ensure timely and cost‑effective construction.
- Address plant damage repair requests, including cable count adjustments and capital projects.
- Conduct site surveys and design capital projects for cell towers.
- Support field and central office technicians by investigating and resolving PUC complaints.
- Work closely with contract engineers to align projects with business and client needs.
Requirements
fiber optic
network engineering
frogs
cad
project management
communication
The position requires regular travel to meet with township, city, county, and state officials, and the candidate must reside within one hour of any of the listed Ohio, Kentucky, or West Virginia cities.
- 3–5+ years experience in copper and fiber‑optic telecommunications engineering, broadband design, and OSP construction.
- 5+ years in network engineering or related field with strong knowledge of fiber record management, cable counts, and permitting.
- Proficient in FROGS, CAD updates, and OSP telecom construction tools.
- Experienced with Frontier mapping, design tools, and permitting systems.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with municipal officials, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
- Solid understanding of permitting processes and requirements.
- Willingness and ability to travel for project meetings, inspections, and surveys.
Benefits
Compensation aligns with our pay‑equity commitment, with a base range of $37‑$38 USD per hour, supplemented by performance, referral, and production incentives, as well as potential stipends, vehicle, per‑diem, and other compensation.
Full‑time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and professional development training. Pearce also offers a family‑friendly culture, flexible spending accounts, HSA options, and the tools needed for success, such as a company vehicle, phone, laptop or tablet, and safety equipment. We are an equal‑opportunity employer dedicated to inclusion and career growth.
Training + Development
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