Senior OSP Fiber Engineer III – Lead Fiber Projects

Lightcurve Internet; Tacoma (WA); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K + Matching

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Paid Time Off 4 weeks

Holidays 10

Employee Assistance Program

Travel Reimbursement

Job summary

Lightcurve Internet is seeking a senior OSP Engineer III to plan, design, implement, and maintain complex outside plant telecom infrastructure across Washington state. You will lead large-scale fiber deployments, coordinate permitting, oversee construction, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring regulatory and Lightcurve standards compliance.

In this hybrid role, you will split time between fieldwork and the office, manage budgets and schedules, and collaborate with municipalities and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field.
• 8+ years of OSP engineering experience with fiber and copper networks.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, ArcGIS, 3GIS, and related design tools.
• Strong knowledge of aerial and underground construction methods, permitting processes, and industry standards.
• Advanced project management and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Create advanced OSP designs for fiber and copper networks, including routing, trenching, duct placement, and splice closures.
• Prepare detailed construction drawings, cost estimates, and material lists using CAD/GIS tools.
• Conduct feasibility studies and site surveys to determine optimal infrastructure placement.
• Lead multiple fiber design projects from award to completion, including permitting, construction oversight, and closeout.
• Manage budgets, schedules, and vendor contracts; prepare and evaluate RFPs/RFQs.
• Serve as a technical resource for complex engineering challenges and mentor junior engineers.
• Ensure adherence to BICSI, EIA/TIA, NESC, NEC, and other regulatory standards.
• Oversee installation and splicing activities; perform inspections and troubleshooting.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Leadership

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Telecommunications

Tools

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

3GIS

Job description

Lightcurve Internet is seeking a senior OSP Engineer III to plan, design, implement, and maintain complex outside plant telecom infrastructure across Washington state. You will lead large-scale fiber deployments, coordinate permitting, oversee construction, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring regulatory and Lightcurve standards compliance.

In this hybrid role, you will split time between fieldwork and the office, manage budgets and schedules, and collaborate with municipalities and