Fiber OSP Engineer I - Start Your Engineering Career

Ezee Fiber; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical benefits

EAP

Parental leave

401(k) match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ezee Fiber seeks an entry-level Engineer I for OSP engineering to support planning, design, and implementation of fiber optic infrastructure. You’ll assist in construction plans, engineering docs, and field surveys to back network builds, upgrades, and maintenance.

Growth is encouraged within a collaborative engineering team. The role emphasizes foundational OSP design standards, field readiness, and teamwork—ideal for developing technical skills while supporting communities with reliable

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Familiarity with OSP principles including aerial, underground, and conduit systems.
• Basic knowledge of GIS/CAD tools (e.g., AutoCAD, QGIS, 3-GIS, ArcGIS).
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Willingness to work in the field and travel locally as needed.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and utility maps.
• Experience with fiber network design tools or telecom databases.
• Exposure to permitting processes and utility coordination.
• Understanding of NESC, NEC, and local utility construction codes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and drafting of fiber routes using GIS, CAD, or similar platforms
• Support field data collection efforts, including site surveys and pole/underground assessments
• Interpret construction prints, permits, and municipal right-of-way requirements
• Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and utilities to ensure accurate OSP design and documentation
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including design drawings, BOMs, and redlines
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, local ordinances, and safety regulations
• Track project progress and support issue resolution under supervision of senior engineers
• Provide technical support during construction and post-construction validation

Skills

OSP principles

GIS/CAD tools

Strong communication

Field travel readiness

Reading drawings/maps

Education

Engineering degree or related

Tools

AutoCAD

QGIS

ArcGIS

3-GIS

Job description

Ezee Fiber seeks an entry-level Engineer I for OSP engineering to support planning, design, and implementation of fiber optic infrastructure. You’ll assist in construction plans, engineering docs, and field surveys to back network builds, upgrades, and maintenance.

Growth is encouraged within a collaborative engineering team. The role emphasizes foundational OSP design standards, field readiness, and teamwork—ideal for developing technical skills while supporting communities with reliable