Remote OSP Designer II – Fiber & HFC Plant Design

Cable ONE; Springfield (IL); Remote; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Remote work options

Vehicle provided for daily work where/

Job summary

Cable One is seeking an OSP Designer II to design broadband plant extensions and support as-built updates using CAD and GIS tools. You will work with Technical Operations, Construction, and Engineering to deliver complete design packets and ensure adherence to Cable One standards.

The role requires experience in outside plant design, GIS, and MS Office, with the ability to manage multiple projects and learn new software. Remote work is available for qualified candidates across many states.

Qualifications

• Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or university and minimum five-years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Outside plan design, construction, or Geospatial Information Systems experience preferred.
• Intermediate knowledge of GIS applications such as ESRI and Schneider design software programs following Cable One Standards and specifications.
• Intermediate understanding of cable design.
• Well versed in HFC and Fiber symbology.
• Familiarity with telecommunications outside plant equipment, design, and construction techniques.
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Ability to effectively problem-solve complicated issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, demonstrating the ability to clearly communicate information.

Responsibilities

• Design new and existing HFC plant extensions.
• Perform base drafting.
• Accurately read walkout information.
• Updates as-builts as construction is completed and releases the area.
• Provide complete construction build packet, which includes full design deliverables in a timely manner.
• Learn new software and adapt to new technology when required.
• Creates complicated fiber splicing matrixes and Lightpath circuits.
• Responsible for fiber availability and determination of reinforcement requirements.
• Design major plant upgrades.
• Perform plant undesigns and redesigns.
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple projects at one time with accuracy.

Skills

CAD software

GIS software

Fiber design

MS Excel

Education

Associate degree (A.A.)

Tools

ESRI GIS

Schneider design software

MS Outlook

Job description

Cable One is seeking an OSP Designer II to design broadband plant extensions and support as-built updates using CAD and GIS tools. You will work with Technical Operations, Construction, and Engineering to deliver complete design packets and ensure adherence to Cable One standards.

The role requires experience in outside plant design, GIS, and MS Office, with the ability to manage multiple projects and learn new software. Remote work is available for qualified candidates across many states.