OSP Engineer

Fatbeam; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

FSA/HSA accounts

401K retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

Fatbeam is seeking an OSP Engineer – Level II in Coeur d'Alene, ID to plan, design, and deliver fiber optic projects. You will own engineering activities, coordinate permits, manage contractors, and partner with PMs, utilities, and third-party firms to ensure on-schedule delivery per Fatbeam standards.

The role requires proficiency in AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and field travel (50%–65%). Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Three+ years in outside plant telecommunications.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD is required.
• Experience with aerial and underground fiber design is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop aerial and underground fiber designs per Fatbeam standards.
• Prepare construction-ready engineering packages and BOMs.
• Own engineering activities from kickoff to handoff.
• Coordinate with utilities, municipalities, and permitting agencies.
• Review third-party deliverables and perform QA/QC before construction release.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and schedules.
• Identify risks and propose mitigation strategies.

Skills

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

SiteTracker

Fiber design

Project management

MS Office

Tools

SiteTracker

ArcGIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Fatbeam Fiber, headquartered in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, is a leading provider advancing innovation and connecting communities with reliable, scalable, and flexible fiber-based internet solutions to carrier, commercial, government/education, healthcare, and residential customers. Established in 2010, Fatbeam is one of the fastest growing fiber providers in the West with 150,000+ fiber miles across eight states and 150+ cities. Offering competitive pricing and stringent service level agreements, Fatbeam makes connectivity simple. In short, we are driven, passionate, responsive, and, most importantly, flexible.

Position Summary

The OSP Engineer – Level II is responsible for planning, designing, coordinating, and delivering Outside Plant (OSP) fiber optic projects from project kickoff through construction handoff. This position serves as the technical owner for assigned projects and is responsible for engineering deliverables, permitting coordination, quality assurance, contractor oversight, and project documentation. The successful candidate will effectively manage multiple projects while partnering with Project Managers, Construction, utilities, permitting agencies, and third-party engineering firms to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and in accordance with Fatbeam standards.

Position Responsibilities

• Develop aerial and underground fiber optic network designs using Fatbeam engineering standards and best practices.
• Prepare construction-ready engineering packages, permit exhibits, splice documentation, bill of materials (BOMs), and final construction prints.
• Own engineering activities from project kickoff through construction handoff.
• Manage permitting from identification through approval, including coordination with utilities, municipalities, railroads, irrigation districts, and permitting agencies.
• Coordinate engineering activities with Project Managers, Construction, vendors, and third-party engineering firms.
• Prepare engineering RFQs and manage outsourced engineering efforts.
• Review third-party engineering deliverables and perform QA/QC prior to construction release.
• Complete engineering revisions resulting from permitting comments, utility feedback, and constructability reviews.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, engineering schedules, SiteTracker updates, and forecast dates.
• Maintain fiber inventory records, final prints, and as-built documentation.
• Identify project risks, communicate schedule impacts, and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Build strong working relationships with internal teams, contractors, utilities, and permitting agencies.
• Support continuous improvement of engineering standards, SOPs, templates, and documentation.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in the outside plant telecommunications industry, preferably with Competitive Fiber Networks.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD required.
• Experience with aerial and underground fiber design.
• Experience coordinating permits with municipalities, utilities, railroads, and irrigation districts preferred.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong computer proficiency with Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, project management, and scheduling software.
• Estimated 50%–65% field travel required.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS and fiber inventory management systems.
• Experience with SiteTracker or similar project management platforms preferred.
• Ability to maintain detailed engineering records and documentation.
• Strong understanding of OSP construction methods, permitting processes, and quality assurance practices.

Education and/or Experience, Certificates, Licenses & Registrations

• Minimum three (3) years of experience in the outside plant telecommunications industry, preferably with Competitive Fiber Networks.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD required.
• Experience with aerial and underground fiber design.
• Experience coordinating permits with municipalities, utilities, railroads, and irrigation districts preferred.Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong computer proficiency with Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, project management, and scheduling software.
• Estimated 50%–65% field travel required.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Other Skills / Abilities

• Working knowledge of ArcGIS and fiber inventory management systems.
• Experience with SiteTracker or similar project management platforms preferred.
• Ability to maintain detailed engineering records and documentation.
• Strong understanding of OSP construction methods, permitting processes, and quality assurance practices.

Compensation and Benefits

• Fatbeam offers market competitive total compensation packages that consists of base pay, incentive compensation for many positions, equity-based long-term incentive compensation and a full array of robust benefits including health insurance, FSA/HSA accounts, 401K retirement plans, paid leave, and other benefits.
• Above all, we offer a rewarding and performance-oriented culture where our employees feel valued and are part of a great team.

Additional Information

Fatbeam requires a background check and execution of standard employment agreements as a condition of employment. Employment with Fatbeam is at will. Fatbeam is an Equal Opportunity Employer.