OSP Engineer II

Department: OSP - Engineering & Design

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Charlotte, NC

Reporting To: Iris Troiano

Compensation: $33.00 - $36.00 / hour

Description

JSI invites you to join our team as a OSP Engineer II on our Fiber Design & Implementation team in our Charlotte, NC office where you'll play a critical role in advancing broadband and telecommunications initiatives that expand connectivity and drive digital inclusion—while advancing your career within a mission-driven, growth-focused organization.

Position Overview:

As an OSP Engineer II on the Fiber Design & Implementation team, you will be responsible for planning, designing, documenting, and permitting proposed new outside plant FTTx build-outs. This role will work as a member of the Fiber Design & Implementation team to produce high-quality deliverables for buried, underground, and aerial fiber applications.

Responsibilities

Reads and understands maps, drawings, and diagrams for Telecom/FFTx OSP construction.
Creates and reviews fiber assignments (schematics), high-level designs, and low-level designs.
Communicates with project managers, permitting team, and field personnel to produce accurate deliverables in accordance with deadlines, client expectations, and JSI standards.
Continuously improves job-related tasks and processes, technical and professional knowledge, skills, and performance.
Completes other tasks as assigned by manager/supervisor.

Required Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in mechanical or civil engineering, or a related field, is required. (The degree must meet educational requirements for EIT and/or PE certification according to the licensing board for the state of employment.)
3+ years of experience in telecom engineering and design is required.
Working knowledge of GIS, including ArcGIS/QGIS/Google Earth, etc.
Working knowledge of AutoCAD or other CAD-based software.
Ability to read and understand maps, drawings, and diagrams for Telecom/FFTx OSP construction.
Must possess intermediate skills in basic programs like Microsoft Office, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.
Highly organized, self-starter, and detail-oriented.
Excellent verbal and written interpersonal communication skills.
Superior time management and strong attention to detail.

Benefits and Compensation

Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses.
Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k)).
Generous PTO and travel support.
Ongoing professional development and educational opportunities.

To learn more about JSI, visit us at jsitel.com.

Responsibilities

Required Qualifications

Benefits and Compensation

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