OSP Field Engineer (Data Center Fiber Focused))

TEKsystems•Philadelphia, PA

1d•$45 - $55•Hybrid

About The Position

We are hiring an OSP Fiber Engineer to support fiber expansion projects focused on data center and enterprise connectivity across the Greater Philadelphia market. This is a field-driven role where you will start your day from home and travel directly to job sites across the market. The position requires consistent time in the field supporting active fiber builds and working alongside construction teams. This role goes beyond traditional design engineering. It is not CAD-focused and not a hands-on inspection position. Instead, this individual will oversee field execution, validate quality, and act as the key link between engineering and construction teams. Candidates coming strictly from design firms without field construction exposure will not be a fit.

Requirements

Fiber OSP experience only (aerial + underground fiber)
Strong field background (not a design-only role)
Ability to read and interpret fiber construction prints and blueprints
Experience working for a fiber provider or telecom operator (Zayo, Crown Castle, Verizon Business, Lumen, or similar strongly preferred)
Experience supporting data center and/or enterprise (B2B) fiber builds — no residential/FIOS environments
Must have hands-on exposure to how fiber is actually built in the field, not just designed

Nice To Haves

Experience working for a fiber provider or telecom operator supporting metro, backbone, or data center connectivity
OSP engineering background with strong field and construction exposure
Experience overseeing fiber builds, vendors, or inspection processes (not just performing them)
background in enterprise/B2B fiber deployments (not residential fiber)
Comfortable working in a field-based role with daily site travel

Responsibilities

Oversee field inspection activities performed by contractors and ground teams
Review and validate inspection reports, photos, and field data for accuracy
Own quality control and validation across data center and enterprise fiber construction projects
Ensure aerial and underground fiber builds are completed to spec and aligned with engineering intent
Act as the liaison between engineering and construction teams to ensure alignment in the field
Serve as the escalation point for field issues, resolving discrepancies between design and real-world conditions
Review fiber construction prints and identify gaps, risks, and buildability issues
Provide engineering guidance to construction teams during active fiber builds
Coordinate with vendors, inspectors, and field teams to keep projects on schedule