Outside Plant Engineer I/II

Uniti; Granville Township (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinetic is seeking an Outside Plant Engineer to design and implement fiber and copper networks, balancing field work and office analysis. You will collaborate with teams to plan, analyze, and execute complex OSP projects across markets.

Applicants should Bring strong communication skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a proactive, self-directed work style. Overnight travel up to 25% is required.

Qualifications

• College degree in Engineering or related field; 2–4 years of pro-level experience, or 6+ years in related engineering/technical roles.

Responsibilities

• Engineer/design outside plant facilities including fiber and copper.
• 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.
• Use sound engineering practices to resolve issues creatively and effectively.
• Communicate to build positive relationships and drive projects to completion.
• Engineer/design projects for cost-effective material and labor use.
• Perform administrative work related to projects and assignments.
• Assess situations, collaborate, identify issues, and solve problems.
• Work to spend 70% in the field and 30% in the office, vary by market.

Skills

Technical communication

Microsoft Office

Self-starter

Team player

Problem solving

Travel up to 25%

Education

Engineering degree (or related field)

Tools

CAD/E

MicroStation

AutoCAD

3GIS

Katapult Pro

Job description

About This Role:

Kinetic’s team of Outside Plant Engineers connects consumer and small business partners to our leading telecommunications products across the United States. In this role you will work to create meaningful connections with customers and build long-term relationships. By analyzing a variety of data, you will solve complex problems for our business and residential customers utilizing copper cable, fiber cable, and electronics.

This position can be filled in Heath or Granville, OH.

What You’ll Do:

• Engineer/design outside plant facilities including fiber and copper
• 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
• Skillfully communicate to establish and maintain positive and productive working relationships and drive projects to completion
• Engineer/Design projects to ensure cost-effective utilization of materials and labor
• Perform administrative work relating to projects and assignments
• Assess situations, collaborate, identify key issues, and solve complex problems
• Conduct 70% of work in the field and 30% in the office on average (varies per market)

Do you Have?

• Strong and effective technical communication skills, both verbally and written
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Ability to be a self-starter, able to work with little guidance
• Ability to work in a self-directed work group, work easily with others and be a team player
• Ability to analyze problems and priorities and make decisions
• A love of solving problems and building solutions
• Ability to travel overnight and out of the market up to 25% of the time is required for this role

Even Better:

• CAD/E, MicroStation, AutoCAD, 3GIS, or other similar design programs
• Experience with use of Katapult Pro for the gathering of pole data
• Previous telecommunication engineering experience or courses in engineering
• Experience working with city, county and/or state agencies and other utility companies

Minimum Requirements:

College degree in Engineering or a related field and 2-4 years professional level experience; or 6+ years professional level related Engineering/Technical experience; or an equivalent combination of education and professional level related Engineering/Technical experience required. This is a safety sensitive position.

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