Outside Plant Engineer

NDEC Corporation; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NDEC Corporation in Richmond, VA is seeking an Outside Plant Engineer for a full-time on-site role. You will plan, design, and oversee the construction and maintenance of outside plant infrastructure for telecommunications clients.

You will collaborate with the telecom customer and project manager, develop CAD engineering plans, prepare permit applications, and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Outside Plant (OSP) Engineering and Network Design.
• Experience in OSP Construction and managing OSP projects.
• Strong understanding of industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work on‑site in Richmond, VA.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience in telecommunications or related industry.
• Experience in buried and aerial networks.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and oversee the construction and maintenance of outside plant infrastructure.
• Collaborate with telecom customer and project manager (PM).
• Develop engineering plans in CAD.
• Prepare permit applications.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards.

Skills

OSP Engineering

Network Design

Construction Management

Regulatory Compliance

On-site Presence

Team Communication

Telecommunications

Buried and Aerial Networks

Tools

CAD

Job description

NDEC Corporation specializes in providing network design and engineering consulting services to telecommunications providers and medium to large‑sized business customers. We offer expertise in Outside Plant Design, Engineering & Permitting, as well as the installation of audiovisual equipment, fiber optic cabling, and data/phone wiring. Our comprehensive services ensure that our clients receive top‑notch support tailored to their unique network needs.

Role Description

This is a full‑time on‑site role for an Outside Plant Engineer located in Richmond, VA. The Outside Plant Engineer will be responsible for planning, designing, and overseeing the construction and maintenance of outside plant infrastructure. Daily tasks include collaborating with the telecom customer and PM, developing engineering plans in CAD, preparing permit applications, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Outside Plant (OSP) Engineering and Network Design
• Experience in OSP Construction and managing OSP projects
• Strong understanding of industry standards and regulatory requirements
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work on‑site in Richmond, VA
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities
• Experience in telecommunications or related industry
• Experience in buried and aerial networks