Lead Outside Plant Engineer – Fiber & GIS Design

Timmons Group; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Timmons Group is seeking an Outside Plant Engineer (OSP Engineer) for our Richmond, VA office. The role focuses on technical and engineering support for outside plant network operations with an emphasis on fiber-based systems.

The engineer will lead OSP activities, design and manage extensive outside plant deployments, and perform GIS-based fiber engineering. A background in GIS tools, NESC/RUS rules, and strong communication is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering related field or equivalent work experience.
• 2-5 years of relevant experience with OSP underground and aerial telecommunications leading and engineering preferred.
• Understanding of network architecture and supporting equipment.
• Strong understanding of outside plant engineering and construction.
• Knowledge of NESC and RUS construction code as it relates to telecommunications rules and regulations.
• Experience engineering in a GIS based program.
• Knowledge of the permitting requirements across local jurisdiction.
• Desktop and field quality control to support final client deliverable.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to meet project deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Identify, analyze, diagnose, and resolve network issues; coordinate with vendors and personnel for deployment and maintenance of OSP networks.
• Provide leadership and direction to OSP Engineer resources.
• Manage and design hundreds of miles of outside plant for major network deployment.
• Perform low level fiber engineering using GIS technology.
• Conduct field visits and network verifications; review permit and construction drawings for engineering integrity.
• Review as-built plans and test results; work in ArcGIS/Pro or QGIS environments.

Skills

OSP engineering

Project management

Verbal and written communication

GIS knowledge

Network architecture

Pole line design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering related field

Tools

ArcGIS/Pro

QGIS

Job description

Timmons Group is seeking an Outside Plant Engineer (OSP Engineer) for our Richmond, VA office. The role focuses on technical and engineering support for outside plant network operations with an emphasis on fiber-based systems.

The engineer will lead OSP activities, design and manage extensive outside plant deployments, and perform GIS-based fiber engineering. A background in GIS tools, NESC/RUS rules, and strong communication is required.