Professional Engineer I - OSP FTTH

Finley Engineering Company Inc.

24d • Remote

About The Position

Responsible for the planning, design, and oversight of fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) network infrastructure. This role ensures that all engineering work complies with applicable standards, regulations, and client requirements while delivering cost-effective and scalable broadband solutions. The PE provides technical leadership, reviews and stamps engineering designs, and supports project execution from concept through construction.

Requirements

• 5-10 years of experience in OSP Fiber design or telecommunications engineering.
• Strong knowledge of FTTH architectures.
• Experience with aerial and underground design practices.
• Familiarity with Permitting processes and utility coordination.
• Must be Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.), in at least 1 US state.
• A valid motor vehicle driver’s license in good standing is required. No DWI/DUI convictions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited institution; Civil Engineering preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of pole loading analysis software.
• Project management experience.
• Experience working with rural broadband projects (e.g., RUS, BEAD, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer FTTH outside plant networks, including: • Fiber routing (aerial and underground) • Conduit systems and handholes/vaults • Splice point layouts and fiber distribution architecture (GPON, XGS-PON, Active Ethernet)
• Prepare and review: • Construction drawings • Permitting packages • Bill of materials (BOM) • Cost estimates and design documentation
• Apply engineering standards such as: • NESC (National Electrical Safety Code) • Local/state DOT and municipal requirements • Utility coordination standards
• Perform and/or oversee: • Field surveys and route validation • Make-ready engineering (pole loading, guying, clearance analysis) • As-built documentation review • Provide engineering seal (stamp) on design packages where required
• Support construction by: • Responding to RFIs (Requests for Information) • Reviewing change orders • Conducting field inspections as needed
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards
• Mentor junior engineers and designers
• Perform other related duties, as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees