Outside Plant Design Engineer

BalsamWest FiberNET, LLC•Sylva, NC

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The OSP Design Engineer is responsible for supporting the planning, design, permitting, documentation, and field verification of outside plant (OSP) telecommunications projects. This position carries projects from initial route design and permitting through development of construction design packets and material quantities, contractor coordination, field verification, and completion documentation. The position works closely with the Director of Outside Plant Operations, OSP Manager, contractors, internal departments, and external agencies to ensure OSP projects are properly designed, permitted, documented, and constructed in accordance with BalsamWest standards and applicable requirements.

Requirements

Minimum of 4 years of telecom experience required.
Proficiency in technical/engineering drawing (CAD/GIS) required.
Experience in telecommunications, outside plant construction, engineering, design, inspection, GIS, or a closely related field.
Ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings, construction plans, maps, and technical documentation.
Strong organizational and documentation skills.
Ability to work effectively with contractors, vendors, internal departments, governmental agencies, utilities, and other external stakeholders.
Ability to perform field verification and inspections as required.
Ability to learn and become proficient in new technical software, systems, and processes.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Experience with outside plant telecommunications design.
Experience with fiber optic network design or construction.
Experience with GIS-based OSP design or mapping systems.
Experience with Bluebeam or similar design/documentation software.
Experience with utility pole attachment or right-of-way permitting.
Experience working with NCDOT, GDOT, TDOT, National Park Service, railroad, or similar permitting processes.
Experience with construction inspection, field verification, or as-built documentation.

Responsibilities

Develop outside plant route designs and construction plans in accordance with BalsamWest standards and project requirements.
Prepare and maintain detailed design drawings, construction packets, and supporting project documentation.
Develop material quantities and other information necessary to support project construction and planning.
Perform field verification of completed construction to confirm that installed facilities conform to approved designs, specifications, and applicable standards.
Review field conditions and identify necessary design adjustments or revisions.
Maintain accurate as-built documentation and ensure completed project information is properly incorporated into BalsamWest records.
Coordinate design and construction requirements with the Director of Outside Plant Operations and OSP Manager.
Prepare and submit permits and supporting documentation required for OSP construction projects.
Coordinate permitting activities with applicable federal, state, local, and private entities, including: North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT), Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT), Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT), Electric utility/power companies and pole attachment processes, National Park Service, Railroad authorities, Other governmental agencies, utilities, property owners, or authorities as required.
Track permit requirements, submissions, approvals, and related project documentation.
Ensure designs and construction activities comply with applicable permitting requirements.
Support contractor coordination throughout the design and construction process.
Provide contractors with approved design information and required project documentation.
Assist with resolving design, permitting, and field-related issues that arise during construction.
Perform field inspections and verification of completed work.
Document discrepancies between approved designs and completed construction and coordinate appropriate corrections.
Work with department leadership to ensure projects are completed according to established specifications and standards.
Maintain accurate OSP records and project documentation.
Utilize GIS and mapping systems to support design, construction, and as-built documentation.
Maintain project files and documentation within SharePoint and the OSP Contractor Job Tracker.
Ensure project information is complete, accurate, organized, and readily accessible.
Follow established BalsamWest drafting, documentation, and recordkeeping standards.