Frontier Communications Corporation
OSP Network Engineer II (Telecommunications)
Frontier Communications Corporation, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Overview
OSP Network Engineer II (Telecommunications) – This position is responsible for the application engineering of telecommunications outside plant in a local serving exchange environment. The responsibilities include planning and providing strategic guidance for OSP facility reinforcement for a geographical territory. The role is customer-facing and typically provides customer network solutions. Requires extensive OSP knowledge, accurate budgetary OSP project estimates, and knowledge of approved Frontier Network Engineering systems/equipment. First engineering contact for all high‑bandwidth customer requests requiring facility augments or new builds. This position works as a team member with National Planning, Sales, Broadband/Transport, Construction, and Operations to support the growth and upgrades of telecommunications plant facilities, providing frontline project management for all Ethernet activity associated with outside plant customer orders. Responsibilities
Frontline project management for primarily Ethernet orders and all order types flowing to engineering queues in M6. Engineering design for outside plant. Proactive review of outside plant facilities and network elements to determine necessary upgrades and enhancements. Communicate with Sales and Capital Management on budgetary project resolution. Coordinate with peer Engineers for project design and construction to resolve roadblocks. Communicate with all peers and departments to insure proper project planning. Maintain accurate cable records and updates; maintain and investigate rights of way and easements for release. Attend engineering and construction meetings. Prepare project justifications for approval. Prepare loop studies as needed. Prepare cost estimates for BDTs. Update records according to As‑Builts. Digitize land base into GIS system. Research and respond to Ethernet order activity for outside plant. Prepare and monitor the capital budget plan (10%). Engineer, design, and prepare project narrative and routing for Ethernet orders (45%). Maintain inter‑company relations to provide information needed by sales, project management, construction, and operations for special projects (10%). Project management oversight of all OSP capital construction activities to ensure conformance to requirements (10%). Required Skills
Knowledge of outside plant activity and engineering tools to include CAD, Frontier Ethernet order systems (primarily M6 but also Sitetracker, FROGS/GAP, NEEDS), circuit design, and organizational skills. Excellent written and verbal communication and customer relations. Experience in Ethernet circuit designs and order processing. Outside plant construction, project management, and inventory management experience are a plus. Education / Experience
B.S. Engineering or equivalent preferred, or a minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience in an outside plant position. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge with heavy emphasis on outside plant design, cable count design, and capacities. Strong interpersonal skills are essential for discussions and meetings with Engineering team, regional managers, vendors, local supervisors, and technicians. Benefits
Salary Range: $67,000 to $93,000. 20 PTO days + 10 paid holidays per year. Day one medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plan. 401(k) match of 50% on 6% of eligible compensation. Tuition Assistance Program. Personal & Work Life Balance Resources & Wellness Support Assistance. Employee Resource Groups. Same‑sex spouse and domestic partner benefits coverage. 10 weeks of paid parental leave and a phased return to work program for new parents. Up to $10k in adoption program assistance. 3 weeks of paid caregiver leave. We are deeply committed to attracting talented team members in the US from all backgrounds regardless of race, age, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, disability status, or nationality. However, at this time, we are not sponsoring any Visas. Connecting communities is at the heart of what we do. We are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. If your background and experiences are aligned with our passion to improve digital access across America, we encourage you to apply and help us achieve our mission to #BuildGigabitAmerica. Frontier Communications is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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OSP Network Engineer II (Telecommunications) – This position is responsible for the application engineering of telecommunications outside plant in a local serving exchange environment. The responsibilities include planning and providing strategic guidance for OSP facility reinforcement for a geographical territory. The role is customer-facing and typically provides customer network solutions. Requires extensive OSP knowledge, accurate budgetary OSP project estimates, and knowledge of approved Frontier Network Engineering systems/equipment. First engineering contact for all high‑bandwidth customer requests requiring facility augments or new builds. This position works as a team member with National Planning, Sales, Broadband/Transport, Construction, and Operations to support the growth and upgrades of telecommunications plant facilities, providing frontline project management for all Ethernet activity associated with outside plant customer orders. Responsibilities
Frontline project management for primarily Ethernet orders and all order types flowing to engineering queues in M6. Engineering design for outside plant. Proactive review of outside plant facilities and network elements to determine necessary upgrades and enhancements. Communicate with Sales and Capital Management on budgetary project resolution. Coordinate with peer Engineers for project design and construction to resolve roadblocks. Communicate with all peers and departments to insure proper project planning. Maintain accurate cable records and updates; maintain and investigate rights of way and easements for release. Attend engineering and construction meetings. Prepare project justifications for approval. Prepare loop studies as needed. Prepare cost estimates for BDTs. Update records according to As‑Builts. Digitize land base into GIS system. Research and respond to Ethernet order activity for outside plant. Prepare and monitor the capital budget plan (10%). Engineer, design, and prepare project narrative and routing for Ethernet orders (45%). Maintain inter‑company relations to provide information needed by sales, project management, construction, and operations for special projects (10%). Project management oversight of all OSP capital construction activities to ensure conformance to requirements (10%). Required Skills
Knowledge of outside plant activity and engineering tools to include CAD, Frontier Ethernet order systems (primarily M6 but also Sitetracker, FROGS/GAP, NEEDS), circuit design, and organizational skills. Excellent written and verbal communication and customer relations. Experience in Ethernet circuit designs and order processing. Outside plant construction, project management, and inventory management experience are a plus. Education / Experience
B.S. Engineering or equivalent preferred, or a minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience in an outside plant position. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge with heavy emphasis on outside plant design, cable count design, and capacities. Strong interpersonal skills are essential for discussions and meetings with Engineering team, regional managers, vendors, local supervisors, and technicians. Benefits
Salary Range: $67,000 to $93,000. 20 PTO days + 10 paid holidays per year. Day one medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plan. 401(k) match of 50% on 6% of eligible compensation. Tuition Assistance Program. Personal & Work Life Balance Resources & Wellness Support Assistance. Employee Resource Groups. Same‑sex spouse and domestic partner benefits coverage. 10 weeks of paid parental leave and a phased return to work program for new parents. Up to $10k in adoption program assistance. 3 weeks of paid caregiver leave. We are deeply committed to attracting talented team members in the US from all backgrounds regardless of race, age, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, disability status, or nationality. However, at this time, we are not sponsoring any Visas. Connecting communities is at the heart of what we do. We are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. If your background and experiences are aligned with our passion to improve digital access across America, we encourage you to apply and help us achieve our mission to #BuildGigabitAmerica. Frontier Communications is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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