AI Connect OSP Engineer - Hybrid Network Deployment Lead

Verizon; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

401(k) matching

Job summary

Verizon seeks an Outside Plant Engineer in a hybrid role in the United States to drive end-to-end deployment of network infrastructure, including data center interconnectivity and long-haul projects. You will lead site acquisition, manage vendors, and ensure regulatory compliance while coordinating with real estate, network planning, and PSC teams. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree or 4+ years in OSP/fiber engineering, a valid driver's license, and willingness to travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or four+ years of relevant experience in OSP/fiber engineering, construction, or site acquisition/real estate.
• Valid driver's license.
• Willingness to travel up to approximately 25%.

Responsibilities

• Design, engineer, and maintain outside plant infrastructure, including fiber installations; lead infrastructure expansions.
• Manage site acquisition processes and regulatory permits with real estate partners.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal teams to align construction with activation targets and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with regulations; liaison with landlords, officials, and contractors.
• Provide guidance to junior engineers and oversee cross-functional coordination.

Skills

Outside Plant engineering practices

Network construction

Site acquisition

Autonomy

Team player

Leadership abilities

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Verizon seeks an Outside Plant Engineer in a hybrid role in the United States to drive end-to-end deployment of network infrastructure, including data center interconnectivity and long-haul projects. You will lead site acquisition, manage vendors, and ensure regulatory compliance while coordinating with real estate, network planning, and PSC teams. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree or 4+ years in OSP/fiber engineering, a valid driver's license, and willingness to travel up to 25%.