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TEKsystems

OSP Engineer

TEKsystems, Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262

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Key Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive OSP designs for FTTx, enterprise laterals, backbone rings, and relocations, including route selection and make‑ready analysis.

Produce detailed construction drawings, splicing schematics, fiber assignments, BOMs, and redlines/as‑builts.

Ensure designs meet NEC/NESC, DOT, municipal, utility owner standards, and engineering criteria.

Select materials (fiber types, closures, slack storage, pedestals, splice enclosures) and define construction methods (aerial, directional boring, conduit placement).

Manage OSP engineering, construction, splicing, and test vendors; define SOWs, deliverables, and acceptance criteria.

Develop vendor scorecards tracking schedule adherence, safety, QA/QC, change‑order discipline, documentation accuracy, and close‑out timeliness.

Lead weekly vendor stand‑ups, resolve blockers, negotiate change orders, and enforce contractual obligations.

Validate vendor invoices against milestones and evidence (photos, test results, as‑builts) prior to approval.

Build and maintain project plans, risk registers, track budgets, unit pricing, change management, and EAC across multiple concurrent builds.

Interface with Sales Engineering, Service Delivery, NOC, and Operations to align customer intervals and internal readiness.

Maintain accurate network records in GIS/AutoCAD and inventory systems; publish updates to stakeholders.

Qualifications

3–5 years OSP engineering experience in fiber optics (aerial and underground).

Proficiency with AutoCAD, GIS (ArcGIS/QGIS), and standard OSP drawing packages.

Experience managing third‑party vendors (engineering, construction, splicing) with measurable outcomes.

Experience in State utility territories and local municipalities (preferred).

Understanding of GPON/XGS‑PON, DWDM, and enterprise lateral designs (preferred).

Certifications: Fiber Optics Technician (CFOT), OSP Specialist (FOA), or equivalent (preferred).

Familiarity with pole loading analysis tools, microtrench specs, and traffic control plans.

Working knowledge of Small Cell/5G backhaul OSP requirements.

Core Competencies

Vendor Leadership: Sets clear expectations, enforces standards, and drives accountability.

Technical Rigor: High‑quality designs and documentation; strong test validation discipline.

Execution & Ownership: Delivers on‑time, within budget, with clean closeouts.

Communication: Clear written packages, field notes, and stakeholder updates.

Safety Mindset: Champions safe construction practices and compliance.

Work Environment & Travel Remote role with quarterly field/site visits across assigned region.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary + performance bonus.

Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off.

Company vehicle program or mileage reimbursement for field travel (as applicable).

Job Type & Location Contract position based out of Indianapolis, IN.

Eligibility & Benefit Details The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include:

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long‑term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

EEO Statement The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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