Telecom Consultant Sr / Fiber OSP

AEP; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 99,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

AEP is seeking a Telecom Consultant Sr in Tulsa, OK to independently plan, design, and develop network systems. You will prepare detailed specifications, configure and test networks, and troubleshoot complex issues across overhead and underground fiber infrastructure.

You will lead projects, coordinate with stakeholders, ensure safety compliance, and mentor teammates while applying engineering and economic analysis to support decisions. This role offers advancement toward Principal level.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field, or Associate's degree with 2 years of relevant work experience, or HS diploma with 4 years of relevant work experience.
• 5 years of relevant work experience in telecommunications field.
• BICSI Outside Plant Designer (OSP) certification strongly preferred.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Solid knowledge of communications technologies and inter-networking principles.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of AEP telecommunications networks, fiber infrastructure and associated technologies to resolve issues.
• Lead and coordinate telecom projects using approved PM processes and tools.
• Inspect, maintain, and safely operate fiber infrastructure assets.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network problems and perform testing and commissioning.
• Collaborate with departments to achieve business objectives and mentor team members.

Skills

Telecom networking

Fiber optics

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/related field

Associate's degree + 2 years experience

HS diploma/GED + 4 years experience

Job description

## Telecom Consultant Sr / Fiber OSPApply: Tulsa, OK: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 12, 2026 (11 days left to apply): R19565**Job Posting End Date**10-12-2026Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.**Job Summary**Independently plans, researches, evaluates, designs, and develops network systems. Prepares detailed specifications and documentation from high-level designs. Configures, installs, and determines performance of networks. Troubleshoots and resolves technical issues.**Job Description** **What You Will Do:** * Demonstrate and apply comprehensive knowledge of AEP telecommunications networks, fiber infrastructure, facilities, and supporting technologies to efficiently resolve operational and project-related issues.* Participate in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of telecommunications standards, practices, and procedures.* Ensure all work activities are performed in accordance with company policies, safety rules, procedures, standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.* Promote and reinforce AEP's safety culture through compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and work practices.* Develop a strong understanding of AEP's organizational structure and effectively collaborate across departments to achieve business objectives.* Perform routine and complex telecommunications engineering and field activities with minimal supervision while exercising sound technical judgment.* Perform advanced to expert installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground fiber optic infrastructure.* Lead complex troubleshooting, system diagnostics, testing, and resolution of telecommunications network issues.* Coordinate and monitor telecommunications projects utilizing approved applications, tools, and project management processes.* Develop project scopes, prepare cost estimates, maintain project documentation, and support business and technical planning activities.* Utilize engineering and economic analysis techniques to evaluate alternatives and support project development and approval.* Lead and coordinate the work activities of team members, contractors, and other stakeholders; provide technical guidance, mentoring, and training as required.* Serve as project manager for assigned telecommunications and fiber network initiatives.* Inspect, maintain, and ensure the safe operation of tools, vehicles, testing equipment, and telecommunications assets.* Maintain accurate records, reports, drawings, system documentation, and network asset information.* Perform advanced fiber splicing, fiber testing, connectivity verification, and network commissioning activities. **What You Will Need:** **Note:** ***This position is posted at multiple grade levels and offers a range of opportunities for advancement. The minimum qualifications outlined below apply to the Telecom Consultant Sr level, with increased educational, skill, experience and certification requirements for higher level Telecom Consultant Principal.*** **Education:*** Bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering technology, computer science, telecommunications, or related field of study or* Associate's degree in field mentioned above ***with 2 years of relevant work experience*** or* HS diploma/GED ***with 4 years of relevant work experience required.*****Experience**:* 5 years of relevant work experience **in addition** to any experience mentioned above.* BICSI Outside Plant Designer (OSP) certification strongly preferred* Licenses/Certifications: Valid Driver's License Required.**Other Requirements:** * Possess solid level knowledge of communications technologies and inter-networking principles.* Demonstrate superior technical skills in a single area of specialization. Demonstrate competency in analytical techniques necessary to handle complex assignments (e.g., by dividing the problem into component steps, and performing the analysis necessary to complete each step.)* Exhibit understanding for pertinent telecom equipment, materials, systems and business processes.* Keep abreast of new products, developments, technologies, procedures and equipment.* Demonstrate ability to develop new approaches to make informed decisions in the absence of a definite framework or where few precedents exist.* Demonstrate ability to make decisions affection long-range plans and goals based on analysis of uncertain input and outcomes.* Identify, clarify, resolve and initiate solutions to routine problems that sometimes involve analysis of inadequate or conflicting data.* Exhibit ability to understand interrelationships between systems and component equipment.* Demonstrate ability to analyze and recommend enhancements to business processes.* Collaborate with others within the work group, department, or other corporate entity as necessary to complete routine activities.* Provide cross-training to other employees as assigned.* Coordinate and conduct training sessions as assigned.* Initiate corrective action when project objectives are not being met.* Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.* Demonstrate the ability to extrapolate beyond known facts to reach logical conclusions* Demonstrate ability and desire to seek out opportunities and embrace new ideas and approaches.* Demonstrate an attitude and desire to listen to and satisfy both internal and external customers who use and depend upon their organizational unit.* Understand how technical strategies and decisions impact the business units and their overall business functions.* Use initiative in looking for opportunities and presenting new ideas and new approaches.* Relate to people in an open, friendly and sincere manner.* Effectively lead and facilitate meetings* Use initiative in looking for opportunities to increase job knowledge and technical skills.**What You Will Get**:Telecom Consultant Sr: $98,993 - $138,588Telecom Principal - $116,255 - $162,758In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees. ***Where Putting The Customer First, Powers Everything We Do.*** At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company- we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!**Compensation Data****Compensation Grade:**SP20-008**Compensation Range:**$98,993.00 - $151,132.50The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.