Hybrid OSP Engineer – AI Connect Network

Verizon; Whites Creek (TN); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Verizon is seeking an Outside Plant Engineer to drive end-to-end deployment of the AI Connect Ultra Long Haul Network, leading engineering, real estate acquisition, and construction of ILA and OSP infrastructure in a cross-functional role.

You will own project plans, manage timelines, and collaborate with Global Real Estate, Network Planning, PSC, and external vendors to ensure on-time activation while meeting regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4+ years of relevant OSP/fiber experience.
• Experience with site acquisition, real estate, and regulatory permits.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Design, engineer, and maintain outside plant infrastructure; analyze routes for fiber deployments.
• Lead site acquisition, permits, and real estate processes with stakeholders.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal teams to meet activation targets.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and interface with landlords, officials, and contractors.
• Mentor junior OSP engineers and coordinate cross-team efforts.

Skills

OSP engineering

Fiber engineering

Site acquisition

Regulatory navigation

Travel readiness

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree

Electrical Engineering degree (preferred)

Job description

Verizon is seeking an Outside Plant Engineer to drive end-to-end deployment of the AI Connect Ultra Long Haul Network, leading engineering, real estate acquisition, and construction of ILA and OSP infrastructure in a cross-functional role.

You will own project plans, manage timelines, and collaborate with Global Real Estate, Network Planning, PSC, and external vendors to ensure on-time activation while meeting regulatory requirements.