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Outside Plant Engineer - Telecom
Jobs via Dice, Glendale Heights, Illinois, United States, 60139
Company Overview
Adesta(TM), an Allied Universal company, specializes in the design and implementation of modern communications networks and infrastructure for public and private customers. Working in a fast‑paced dynamic environment, join a team that creates meaningful and measurable solutions based on customers' project goals and budgets. Adesta not only offers engineering, technical, and management expertise of an established systems integrator, we also back our expertise with dependable maintenance support and training. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, and other perks, depending on the position and eligibility.
Job Description Adesta, an Allied Universal Company, is hiring an OSP Engineer - Telecom. The OSP Engineer will support the design, implementation, and maintenance of outside plant fiber optic networks for telecom infrastructure. This role involves planning and designing aerial and underground fiber routes, developing construction drawings and specifications, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards and project requirements. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of OSP engineering principles, permitting processes, and field conditions to support reliable, high‑performance telecom network deployments.
Pay Range $70k-$100k
Responsibilities
Design plans and specifications for fiber optics networks, including aerial and underground installations and conflicts, site layouts, horizontal and vertical layouts, site utilities (including conflicts), fiber optic splice diagrams, and associated civil engineering activities for contract preparation and administration
Project management; develop scope of work, cost estimates, permit applications, pre‑bid and pre‑construction meetings, and coordination with field crews and construction contractors
Perform work with ESRI ArcGIS, 3GIS, and AutoCAD Civil 2D and 3D software
Prepare cost estimates including quantities, material type, equipment, and labor
Support others including CADD operators and technicians
Qualifications (Must Have)
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Civil, or Telecommunications Engineering
Current driver's license if driving a company vehicle or personal vehicle in the course of conducting business (e.g., client visits, attending networking events)
Minimum of five (5) years of related experience in fiber optics network, electrical engineering, and/or utility design and construction with strong familiarity with broadband networks
Experience utilizing applications such as AutoCAD, ESRI ArcGIS, 3GIS, Civil 3D, and MicroStation
Familiar with Federal, State, and Local Municipal rules and regulations
Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to negotiate, motivate and influence others
Ability to read and understand advanced technical information/documentation
Proficient with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, and SharePoint)
Able to manage multiple tasks while meeting strict deadlines; excellent follow‑up skills
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers, detail‑oriented and organized
Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)
Experience with Illinois Tollway, IDOT, CDOT, and various counties and municipalities regulations and standards
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plan and disability insurance
Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days
Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.
Equal Opportunity Statement Allied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association to a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit:
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Job Description Adesta, an Allied Universal Company, is hiring an OSP Engineer - Telecom. The OSP Engineer will support the design, implementation, and maintenance of outside plant fiber optic networks for telecom infrastructure. This role involves planning and designing aerial and underground fiber routes, developing construction drawings and specifications, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards and project requirements. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of OSP engineering principles, permitting processes, and field conditions to support reliable, high‑performance telecom network deployments.
Pay Range $70k-$100k
Responsibilities
Design plans and specifications for fiber optics networks, including aerial and underground installations and conflicts, site layouts, horizontal and vertical layouts, site utilities (including conflicts), fiber optic splice diagrams, and associated civil engineering activities for contract preparation and administration
Project management; develop scope of work, cost estimates, permit applications, pre‑bid and pre‑construction meetings, and coordination with field crews and construction contractors
Perform work with ESRI ArcGIS, 3GIS, and AutoCAD Civil 2D and 3D software
Prepare cost estimates including quantities, material type, equipment, and labor
Support others including CADD operators and technicians
Qualifications (Must Have)
Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Civil, or Telecommunications Engineering
Current driver's license if driving a company vehicle or personal vehicle in the course of conducting business (e.g., client visits, attending networking events)
Minimum of five (5) years of related experience in fiber optics network, electrical engineering, and/or utility design and construction with strong familiarity with broadband networks
Experience utilizing applications such as AutoCAD, ESRI ArcGIS, 3GIS, Civil 3D, and MicroStation
Familiar with Federal, State, and Local Municipal rules and regulations
Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to negotiate, motivate and influence others
Ability to read and understand advanced technical information/documentation
Proficient with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, and SharePoint)
Able to manage multiple tasks while meeting strict deadlines; excellent follow‑up skills
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers, detail‑oriented and organized
Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)
Experience with Illinois Tollway, IDOT, CDOT, and various counties and municipalities regulations and standards
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plan and disability insurance
Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days
Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.
Equal Opportunity Statement Allied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association to a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit:
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