Outside Plant Engineer

Timmons Group; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Timmons Group is seeking an Outside Plant Engineer (OSP Engineer) in Richmond, VA to provide technical and engineering support for fiber-based outside plant networks. The role emphasizes OSP design, field verification, and collaboration with multiple departments to meet make-ready and permitting criteria.

The candidate should have 2–5 years of OSP telecom experience, familiarity with GIS-based design, and strong communication and project management skills. A valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent work experience.
• 2-5 years of experience with OSP underground and aerial telecommunication.
• Understanding of network architecture and outside plant engineering.
• Knowledge of NESC and RUS construction code for telecommunications.
• Experience engineering in a GIS based program.
• Knowledge of the permitting requirements across local jurisdictions.
• Strong project management and communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Identify, diagnose, and resolve network issues; coordinate with vendors and personnel for deployment and maintenance of OSP networks.
• Provide leadership to OSP Engineer resources.
• Design hundreds of miles of outside plant for a major network deployment.
• Perform low level fiber engineering using GIS environments.
• Conduct field visits and network verifications.
• Review permits and construction drawings for engineering integrity.
• Maintain orderly project records and documents.
• Collaborate with other departments on make-ready, permitting and fielding to meet OSP design criteria.
• Review as-built plans and test results.
• Work in ArcGIS/Pro or QGIS environments.

Skills

OSP engineering

GIS

ArcGIS/Pro

Project management

Field verification

Communication

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

GIS/ArcGIS

Job description

Timmons Group is currently looking for a full time Outside Plant Engineer (OSP Engineer) in Richmond, VA. The OSP Engineer will be responsible for providing technical and engineering support for outside plant network operations and maintenance with a focus on fiber-based systems The candidate should have technical experience in outside plant design and working collaboratively with other departments.

Essential duties and responsibilities

• The engineer will identify, analyze, diagnose, and resolve network issues, as well as coordinate with vendors and other personnel to ensure the successful deployment and maintenance of outside plant networks
• Provide leadership and direction to OSP Engineer resources
• Manage and design hundreds of miles of outside plant for a major network deployment
• Ability to perform low level fiber engineering using GIS technology
• Ability to perform field visits and network verifications
• Experience in high level network design (splice and physical plant), and detailed engineering
• Work with other departments to ensure make ready management, permitting and fielding meet OSP design criteria
• Review permit and construction drawings for engineering integrity
• Be able to review as-built plans and test results
• Ability to work in ArcGIS/Pro, or QGIS environments
• Maintain orderly records and project documents
• Working knowledge of pole line design and fiber construction, both aerial and underground
• Additional duties and responsibilities as needed

Skills/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering related field preferred and/or equivalent work experience.
• 2-5 years of relevant experience with OSP underground and aerial telecommunication 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

Compensation

Compensation: Our best estimate of the salary range for this position is $38.46/hr.-$43.26/hr. This position is eligible for overtime. Offers are based on a range of job-related factors such as internal equity, experience, skills, education, credentials and role complexity. Information on our comprehensive benefits package be found here.

Additional Information

The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are looking for high energy, creative, flexible, patient, self-starters who are willing to work at a dynamic pace. Candidates must share a commitment to our company’s Vision, Mission and Shared Values.

Timmons Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Timmons Group is a full-service engineering and technology firm recognized nationally as a “Best Firm to Work For” by CE News. With 22 offices throughout the Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, and South Central United States, we provide civil engineering, environmental, economic development, GIS/geospatial technology, landscape architecture, and surveying services to a diverse client base. As one of Engineering News Record’s (ENR) Top 500 Design Firms for over 30 years, we are dedicated to being an employer of choice and providing our people with the best resources, technology, and culture to help them thrive in an engaging career development setting. For more information, visit www.timmons.com.