About the job
Timmons Group is seeking a dedicated and skilled Outside Plant Engineer (OSP Engineer) to join our team in Richmond, VA. The OSP Engineer will play a crucial role in providing technical and engineering support for our outside plant network operations and maintenance, particularly focusing on fiber-optic systems. The ideal candidate will possess robust technical experience in outside plant design and demonstrate a collaborative spirit while working with various departments.
Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Diagnosing, analyzing, and resolving network issues while coordinating with vendors to ensure successful deployment and maintenance of outside plant networks.
- Leading and mentoring OSP Engineer resources.
- Managing the design and execution of extensive outside plant projects, covering hundreds of miles for major network deployments.
- Utilizing GIS technology for low-level fiber engineering.
- Conducting field visits and network verifications.
- Engaging in high-level network design, including splicing and detailed engineering.
- Collaborating with other departments to ensure make-ready management, permitting, and fielding align with OSP design criteria.
- Reviewing permit and construction drawings to ensure engineering integrity.
- Examining as-built plans and test results.
- Working proficiently in ArcGIS/Pro or QGIS environments.
- Maintaining organized records and project documentation.
- Possessing a solid understanding of pole line design and fiber construction, both aerial and underground.
- Performing additional duties as required.
