Outside Plant Engineer I

Uniti Group Inc.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K Plan

Health & Flexible Spending Account

Life and AD&D Insurance

Educational Assistance Plan

Job summary

Uniti Group Inc. is seeking an Outside Plant Engineer I in Lexington, KY to support the design and expansion of our telecommunications network.

The role focuses on analyzing data, applying engineering standards, and tackling technical challenges related to copper and fiber systems, with 100% time in the office.

Qualifications

• College degree in Engineering or related field and 0–2 years professional level experience; or 4+ years professional level related Engineering/Technical experience.
• Willingness to work in an office environment 100% of the time.
• Ability to communicate with city, county and state permitting agencies.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, analysis, design, and engineering of outside plant network structures and facilities.
• Organize complex activities for development, construction, implementation, and maintenance of outside plant projects.
• Communicate to establish and maintain positive, productive working relationships and drive projects to completion.
• Engage with field engineers and design vendors to engineer and design projects meeting timelines and cost targets.
• Identify pole ownership, right‑of‑way, and permit requirements and liaise with permitting authorities.
• Perform project administration and documentation tasks.

Skills

Technical communication

Microsoft Office

Self-starter

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

CAD

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Kinetic, a business unit of Uniti (NASDAQ: UNIT), is a premier insurgent provider of multi-gigabit fiber internet, whole-home Wi‑Fi, internet security, and voice services in 1,400 markets across 18 states in across the U.S. Additional information about Kinetic is available at www.GoKinetic.com

About The Role:

Uni​ti’s Outside Plant Engineering team helps connect residential and small business customers across the United States to our telecommunications network. As an Outside Plant Engineer I, you will help maintain and expand that network by supporting the design of construction projects. You will analyze data, apply engineering standards, and help solve technical challenges involving copper and fiber cable and related electronics. ***This position is strictly an office-based role that will entail working in the office 100% of the time.***

What You’ll Do:

• Assist in the planning, analysis, design, and engineering of outside plant network structures and facilities
• Organize complex activities for the development, construction, implementation, and maintenance of outside plant engineering projects
• Utilize sound engineering practices and company objectives to resolve issues in a creative and effective way
• Communicate skillfully to establish and maintain positive, productive working relationships and drive projects to completion
• Actively engage with field engineers and design vendors to engineer and design projects that ensure safe installation, meet demanding timelines, and provide cost-effective utilization of materials and labor
• Perform administrative work relating to projects and assignments
• Identify pole ownership, right-of-way, and permit requirements
• Communicate with city, county, and state permitting agencies
• Assess situations, collaborate to identify key issues, and solve complex problems

Do You Have?

• Strong and effective technical communication skills, both verbal and written
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
• The ability to be a self-starter and work with little guidance
• The ability to work in a self-directed work group, work easily with others, and be a team player
• The ability to analyze problems and priorities and make decisions
• A love of solving problems and building solutions
• A college degree—a technical four-year degree in (STEM) or related field—and/or 2+ years of applicable professional-level technical experience

Even Better:

• CAD/E, MicroStation, AutoCAD, or other similar design programs
• Previous telecommunications engineering experience or coursework in engineering
• Experience working with city, county, and/or state agencies
• PE license and job review experience

Minimum Requirements:

College degree in Engineering or a related field and 0-2 years professional level experience; or 4+ years professional level related Engineering/Technical experience; or an equivalent combination of education and professional level related Engineering/Technical experience required.

Physical Tasks- Standing Occasionally: 0-33% | Walking Occasionally: 0-33% |Sitting Continuously: 67-100%

Driving: Car: Frequently: 34-66% | Climbing: Occasionally: 0-33% |Bending: Occasionally: 0-33% | Crouching: Occasionally: 0-33% | Pushing – Pulling: Occasionally: 0-33% | Carrying: Occasionally: 0-33% | Reaching Above Head: Occasionally: 0-33%

Lowering >1-15 lbs: Occasionally: 0-33% | >15-30 lbs: Occasionally: 0-33% | >30 lbs: Occasionally: 0-33%

Repetitive Hand Action: >Medium Dexterity: Continuously: 67-100% | >Fine Manipulating: Frequently: 34-66% |Operate Foot Control: Frequently: 34-66%

Audio Visual Needs - Hearing: Continuously: 67-100%| Near Vision: Continuously: 67-100%| Far Vision: Occasionally: 0-33% |Peripheral Vision: Occasionally: 0-33%| Depth Perception: Occasionally: 0-33% | Color Discrimination: Continuously: 67-100%

Equipment Used in Job Performance/Working Environment: Computer, Printer, Fax, Telephone, Basic Office Supplies, Copier, Vehicle

Exposures to: Cold: Occasionally: 0-33% | Heat: Occasionally: 0-33% | Dampness: Occasionally: 0-33% | Heights: Occasionally: 0-33% | Vibration: Occasionally: 0-33% | Skin Irritants: Occasionally: 0-33% | Lung Irritants: Dust: Occasionally: 0-33% | Fumes/Gases: Occasionally: 0-33%

Types of Driver’s License Required: Driver’s License

Actual base pay for this job will depend on the candidate's primary work location and other factors, such as relevant skills and experience.

Our Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans
• 401K Plan
• Health & Flexible Savings Account
• Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans
• Educational Assistance Plan

Uniti is an equal opportunity employer. At Uniti, we celebrate the authenticity and uniqueness of our people and their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, protected veteran status, current military status, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law, and to give full consideration to qualified disabled individuals and protected veterans.

Notice to Non‑U.S. Citizens: Uniti, as a holder of licenses granted by the Federal Communications Commission, is required to notify and to obtain approval from federal regulatory agencies prior to granting certain system/network access to any non‑U.S. citizen personnel. Offers of employment extended to non‑U.S. citizens are contingent upon receiving the requisite approval from agencies overseeing compliance. Non‑U.S. citizens are required to provide Uniti with the personal identifying information required to obtain the necessary approval prior to accessing certain systems and/or Uniti’s network. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please notify your recruiter or contact HR Legal as soon as possible for information on Uniti’s foreign personnel disclosure and approval requirements.

Notice to Applicants: Depending on the position and its job functions, offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of certain pre‑employment screenings, including but not limited to drug‑screen, motor vehicle records check, or other pre‑employment screening. All such screenings will be conducted by an external third‑party with the Candidate’s written consent and in accordance with federal and state law. Refusal to authorize or submit to a required pre‑employment screening may disqualify the candidate from employment. Any misrepresentation during the application or interview process may result in denial of employment, withdrawal of offer, or termination.