Engineer I/II-OSP Planning

Windstream Holdings Inc; United States; Remote; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking an OSP Planning Engineer to develop efficient, cost-effective network solutions. This role involves planning new outside plant facilities, estimating project costs, and optimizing existing infrastructure to enhance broadband services. Join a dynamic team dedicated to revolutionizing connectivity across the nation. If you have a passion for engineering and a desire to make a significant impact in telecommunications, this opportunity is perfect for you. Embrace cutting-edge technology and contribute to a mission of delivering exceptional internet services to consumers and businesses alike.

Benefits

401K Plan

Health & Flexible Savings Account

Life and AD&D Insurance

Educational Assistance Plan

Identity Theft Insurance

Legal Insurance

Auto & Home Insurance

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience engineering or constructing outside plant facilities.
• Understanding of access network design principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop plans for new outside plant facilities.
• Estimate costs for outside plant projects.
• Evaluate and redesign existing network infrastructure.

Skills

Outside Plant Engineering

Network Infrastructure Design

Cost Estimation

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

College degree in Engineering

6+ years professional level related experience

Tools

CAD/GIS Software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kinetic is a premier internet solutions provider on a mission to deliver ultra-fast, reliable internet to consumers and small businesses across the U.S., helping them Internet better.

• As part of the Kinetic family, you’ll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology, including premium broadband, security solutions, voice, and digital TV services, all delivered through our enhanced fiber network.
• Join us in revolutionizing how people connect and communicate. Your work will directly contribute to making Kinetic the most helpful internet service provider, ensuring our customers Internet better every day.

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About the Role:

As an OSP Planning Engineer, you will be developing efficient and cost-effective network solutions to provide direction to Windstream’s Outside Plant and Broadband Engineering and Construction teams, contributing directly to deploying a forward-looking outside plant network infrastructure and state-of-the-art broadband electronics to provide advanced telecommunication services to Windstream’s customers. ***This position can be filled remotely anywhere within the country.***

What You’ll Do:

• Develop plans for the construction of new outside plant facilities to support the growth, modernization, and maintenance requirements of Windstream’s outside plant network
• Estimate costs associated with outside plant projects and submitting requests for capital funding approval.
• Plan fiber routes for DSLAM/BBDLC backhaul, point-to-point Ethernet, GPON, and interoffice connectivity
• Evaluate and redesign existing network infrastructure into new distribution serving areas that shorten copper loops and maximize the broadband speeds available to Windstream customers
• Select the appropriate DSLAM and BBDLC electronics required to provide service to customers in a specific serving area and determining the optimal location to deploy that equipment
• Determine how best to spend capital dollars to address outside plant requirements triggered by external demands including facility relocations for DOT road work, network buildouts to serve new residential and business subdivisions, and network upgrades mandated by federal, state, or local government
• Supporting the Sales and Marketing organizations by providing cost studies and pricing estimates for proposed facility builds in response to RFPs, individual customer requests for service, and corporate initiatives
• Communicating daily with other work groups, both technical and non-technical, to provide timely updates and pass on information in a clear and concise manner
• Other duties as assigned to meet business and customer service requirements
• Travel less than 5% of the time

Do You Have?

• General understanding of outside plant engineering and construction principles
• Previous experience engineering or constructing outside plant facilities including feeder and distribution design for both fiber and copper networks
• Familiarity with xDSL-based copper distribution and/or GPON-based fiber distribution networks
• General understanding of access network design principles including physical and logical topologies, uplink sizing, port capacity, and bandwidth management
• Familiarity with Ethernet-based BBDLC and DSLAM equipment platforms for the delivery of voice, broadband, and video services

Even Better:

• Solid understanding of telecom industry concepts and terminology
• Self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize, manage, and complete work assignments in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with minimal supervision
• Outstanding verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to summarize and present detailed information to technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Able to quickly understand requirements and identify appropriate solutions.
• Team-oriented and experienced at working in a collaborative environment. Willing to consider the opinions of others and to think outside the box.
• Desire to learn new skills and a willingness and track record to embrace change
• Solid PC skills with the aptitude to quickly learn new software applications. Proficient at using Microsoft Windows, Office, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with CAD/GIS, database, and asset management software is a plus.

College degree in Engineering or a related field and 2-4 years professional level experience; or 6+ years professional level related Engineering/Technical experience; or an equivalent combination of education and professional level related Engineering/Technical experience required.

The compensation range for this position is from $55,700 - $68,800.

Physical Tasks - Standing Occasionally: 0-33% | Walking Occasionally: 0-33% |Sitting Continuously: 67-100%

Driving: Car: Frequently: 34-66% | Climbing: Occasionally: 0-33% | Bending: Occasionally: 0-33% | Crouching: Occasionally: 0-33% | Pushing – Pulling: Occasionally: 0-33% | Carrying: Occasionally: 0-33% | Reaching Above Head: Occasionally: 0-33%

Lowering >1-15 lbs : Occasionally: 0-33 % | >15-30 lbs : Occasionally: 0-33% | > 30 lbs : Occasionally: 0-33%

Repetitive Hand Action : >Medium Dexterity: Continuously: 67-100% | >Fine Manipulating: Frequently: 34-66% |Operate Foot Control: Frequently: 34-66%

Audio Visual Needs - Hearing: Continuously: 67-100%| Near Vision: Continuously: 67-100%| Far Vision: Occasionally: 0-33% |Peripheral Vision: Occasionally: 0-33%| Depth Perception: Occasionally: 0-33% | Color Discrimination: Continuously: 67-100%

Equipment Used in Job Performance/Working Environment: Computer, Printer, Fa x , Telephone, Basic Office Supplies, Copier, Vehicle

Exposures to: Cold: Occasionally: 0-33% | Heat: Occasionally: 0-33% | Dampness: Occasionally: 0-33% | Heights: Occasionally: 0-33% | Vibration: Occasionally: 0-33% | Skin Irritants: Occasionally: 0-33% | Lung Irritants: Dust: Occasionally: 0-33% | Fumes/Gases: Occasionally: 0-33%

Types of Driver’s License Required : Driver’s License

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• 401K Plan
• Health & Flexible Savings Account
• Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans
• Educational Assistance Plan
• Identity Theft, Legal, Auto & Home and Pet Insurance

Windstream is an equal opportunity employer. At Windstream, we celebrate the authenticity and uniqueness of our people and their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, protected veteran status, current military status, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law, and to give full consideration to qualified disabled individuals and protected veterans.

Actual base pay for this job will depend on the candidate's primary work location and other factors, such as relevant skills and experience.

Notice to Non-U.S. Citizens: Windstream, as a holder of licenses granted by the Federal Communications Commission, is required to notify and to obtain approval from federal regulatory agencies prior to granting certain system/network access to any non-U.S. citizen personnel. Offers of employment extended to non-U.S. citizens are contingent upon receiving the requisite approval from agencies overseeing compliance. Non-U.S. citizens are required to provide Windstream with the personal identifying information required to obtain the necessary approval prior to accessing certain systems and/or Windstream’s network. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please notify your recruiter or email [e-mail] as soon as possible for information on Windstream’s foreign personnel disclosure and approval requirements.