OSP Network Engineer I

Pinnacle Group, Inc.; Minnesota; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinnacle Group, Inc. is seeking a Network Implementation Engineer I to design and prepare Engineering Work Orders for network deployments, including fiber builds and augmentations. This role uses 3GIS, AutoCAD/CAD, Site tracker, Ivalua, and Microsoft Office to deliver accurate designs.

The position entails owning Outside Plant work in a defined geographic area and coordinating with multiple stakeholders. You will analyze LAN/WAN systems, plan build solutions, and support project delivery while

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent education.
• 1–3 years related experience in telecommunications, engineering, or network planning.
• Knowledgeable and able to work in appropriate engineering systems and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Analyze local and wide area network systems, plan, design, and evaluate the network build solutions.
• Coordinate with vendors, property owners, customers, and municipal entities to support project execution.
• Support Network Implementation Engineers II and Senior Engineers in design and delivery activities.
• Maintain accurate network records, including updates and corrections to ensure data integrity.
• Process invoices, validate financial documentation, and resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Technical design knowledge

Communication skills

Multitasking

Detail-oriented

Education

Associate degree

Tools

3GIS

AutoCAD/CAD

Site tracker

Ivalua

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mostly remote; candidates should be near one of these locations in MN for as-needed onsite work/meetings: Brooklyn Center, MN, Maplewood, MN, Minneapolis, MN, ST Paul

The Role:

• Network Implementation Engineer I designs and prepares Engineering Work Orders supporting network deployments, including new builds, upgrades, fiber deployments (FTTN, FTTH, etc.), and augmentation projects.
• This role utilizes tools such as 3GIS, AutoCAD/CAD systems, Site tracker, Ivalua, and Microsoft Office to deliver accurate, high-quality designs.
• As an OSP field engineer, this position owns all Outside Plant work within an assigned geographic area, managing workload, designing solutions, and securing required permits.
• The role partners closely with planning, internal teams, and external stakeholders to ensure efficient, compliant project delivery and a high level of service to client customers.

The Main Responsibilities:

Analyze local and wide area network systems, plan, design, and evaluate the network build solutions.

• Coordinate with vendors, developers, property owners, customers, and municipal entities to support project execution.
• Support Network Implementation Engineers II and Senior Engineers in design and delivery activities.
• Maintain accurate network records, including updates and corrections to ensure data integrity.
• Process invoices, validate financial documentation, and resolve discrepancies.

Required Qualifications:

Associate degree or equivalent education and relevant experience.

• 1 to 3 years related experience in telecommunications, engineering, or network planning or equivalent.
• Knowledgeable and able to work in appropriate engineering systems and Microsoft Office.

Key Skills:

Technical design knowledge (3GIS, OSP engineering tools, redline review).

• Great communication and collaboration skills.
• Detail-oriented and organized with strong multitasking abilities.