Senior OSP Engineer: Fiber Network Design & Planning

GCS Recruitment; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

GCS Recruitment seeks an experienced OSP Engineer to design and plan fiber optic networks across multiple markets. You will shape routes, develop construction packages, and coordinate with permitting and utility teams to support deployments.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in OSP/fiber design, knowledge of FTTH/FTTX, and strong analytical skills to ensure compliant, scalable solutions. GIS records and as-built documentation are maintained throughout projects.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of OSP engineering or fiber network design experience.
• Experience designing FTTH, FTTX, Metro, or Backbone Fiber networks.
• Knowledge of fiber routing, allocation, and splicing concepts.
• Understanding of aerial and underground network design.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design OSP fiber routes and network infrastructure.
• Develop construction drawings and engineering packages.
• Create fiber assignments, splicing plans, and route documentation.
• Support permitting and utility coordination efforts.
• Perform capacity planning and network analysis.
• Collaborate with construction teams during deployment.
• Maintain GIS records and as-built documentation.
• Ensure designs comply with industry and company standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Collaboration

Tools

GIS software

Job description

GCS Recruitment seeks an experienced OSP Engineer to design and plan fiber optic networks across multiple markets. You will shape routes, develop construction packages, and coordinate with permitting and utility teams to support deployments.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in OSP/fiber design, knowledge of FTTH/FTTX, and strong analytical skills to ensure compliant, scalable solutions. GIS records and as-built documentation are maintained throughout projects.