Director, OSP Engineering, Midwest

Ezee Fiber•Elk Grove Village, IL

20h•$135,000 - $140,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director, OSP Engineering is a critical leadership role responsible for defining and executing the engineering strategy that supports Ezee Fiber’s network expansion across multiple markets. This individual will lead the transformation and scaling of the OSP Engineering function—driving standardization, operational rigor, and design excellence across the organization. This role requires an executive mindset with the ability to translate business objectives into engineering execution. The Director will serve as a strategic partner to Construction, Operations, and executive leadership, ensuring that network design is optimized for speed-to-market, cost efficiency, and long-term scalability.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, GIS, or a related field required.
8+ years of progressive leadership experience in OSP engineering, telecommunications, or FTTH network design
Demonstrated success leading multi-market teams and scaling engineering operations in a high-growth environment
Deep expertise in fiber network design, including underground and aerial construction methodologies
Strong proficiency with ArcGIS/ESRI and engineering design tools
Proven ability to drive process improvement, operational efficiency, and cost optimization
Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets and capital projects
Executive presence with the ability to communicate and influence at all levels of the organization
Highly analytical, strategic, and results-driven
Valid Driver’s License
Ability to travel up to 40–50% to support active construction markets, field engineering teams, and network deployment initiatives
Candidates that are legally authorized to work in the United States, without Sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Define and execute the regional OSP engineering strategy in alignment with enterprise growth objectives
Build, scale, and lead a multi-market engineering organization focused on performance, accountability, and continuous improvement
Establish standardized engineering frameworks, design criteria, and best practices to drive consistency and scalability
Drive end-to-end engineering execution, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget
Implement process improvements that enhance design quality, reduce cycle times, and increase throughput
Oversee design validation, ensuring all engineering outputs meet internal standards and external regulatory requirements
Serve as a key partner to Construction, Field Engineering, and Operations to ensure seamless project delivery
Collaborate with executive leadership to provide visibility into project status, risks, and performance metrics
Align engineering priorities with market expansion strategies, including direct support of the Washington market
Lead vendor strategy and oversight, ensuring external partners deliver high-quality, cost-effective engineering solutions
Evaluate and approve vendor-produced designs to ensure alignment with Ezee Fiber standards
Influence internal and external stakeholders to drive alignment, accountability, and results
Ensure the integrity and efficiency of OSP network design, including fiber routing, conduit systems, and pole line infrastructure
Identify opportunities to optimize network performance and reduce capital and operational expenditures
Manage budgets, forecasts, and resource allocation to support business objectives
Recruit, develop, and retain top engineering talent
Foster a culture of ownership, collaboration, and innovation
Provide mentorship and leadership development to build a sustainable engineering organization