Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited
OSP Engineer - Telecommunications
Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited, Granite Heights, Wisconsin, United States
Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity?
Join a fast-growing fibre‑optic broadband provider established in 2023 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, focused on delivering fast, reliable connectivity to homes and businesses across Texas and beyond. Backed by a leading digital infrastructure investment firm and founded by experienced internet industry professionals, the organization is driven by a commitment to exceptional customer experience, community connection, and building a workplace where people can thrive. With a strong community focus, the company also pledges a 1% annual giveback to local charities and causes, while operating as an equal‑opportunity employer committed to fair, inclusive, and non‑discriminatory hiring practices in line with federal and Texas law.
If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, feel free to reach out and apply today!
Responsibilities OSP Engineering
Responsible for the low-level engineering designs of all fiber to the premise projects to include fielding, placement, fiber counts, structures and splicing design for all backbone, feeder, distribution segments.
Low-Level engineering designs will include both underground and aerial engineering utilizing GIS design tools.
Detailed understanding of survey field notes and sketches to create new or update existing designs using various software platforms.
Coordinate field technicians on data collection and field surveys. In some cases, self-perform field visits collect data and conduct field surveys.
Prepare cost estimates and material requirements for projects, manages project financials, and performs financial true-up of projects at close.
Perform Make-Ready analysis for aerial routes and review/approve Pole Attachment applications.
Understand permitting requirements and ensure all engineering is completed early for long‑lead permits to ensure construction is not delayed.
Generate bill of materials, splice sheets, and other supporting documentation required for permitting, construction, and record‑keeping.
Continue to optimize the low-level design to lower cost and simplify the drop installation for field technicians.
Planning, Quality Control and Reporting
Perform review of low-level designs to ensure adherence to company standards.
Prepare and review work packages for internal and vendor assignments.
Provides input on best practices, permit processes, field construction methods, and OSP material solutions.
Be proactive and forward looking to ensure there is a strong pipeline of FTTH designs in progress & construction ready to absorb unforeseen delays without impacting annual FTTH build targets.
Report weekly on the number of FTTH passings by status: approved, design, permitting, construction ready.
Work with PMO to assist in the preparation of project timelines, provide regular updates on schedule, delays, and what steps may be required to mitigate the delays.
Additional Responsibilities
Attends various meetings with management, departments, vendors and municipalities to ensure company objectives are met.
Create weekly reports and update management on status and issues.
Required Skills/Qualifications
Associate degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Construction Management or equivalent experience preferred.
A minimum of 5 years of experience in Outside Plant Engineering Design, Construction Management, or OSP Field Inspector.
Able to travel for business requirements; possess a valid Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record.
Communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, and deliver impactful presentations to supervisors and managers, while constructively escalating issues and challenges when required.
Ability to work independently and with a team of senior-level engineers and supervisors to develop solutions to complete assigned tasks.
Expert knowledge of outside plant engineering, field design methods, and Telecom products.
Working knowledge of city/county/DOT/Railroad permit process.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
AutoCAD or similar tool experience is recommended.
Experience in GIS software (ArcGIS, 3GIS, Vetro Fiber, IQGeo, or similar) is required.
Experience in PLA (Pole Loading Analysis) software is a plus.
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple work assignments
Salary
Competitive and negotiable depending on experience
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Join a fast-growing fibre‑optic broadband provider established in 2023 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, focused on delivering fast, reliable connectivity to homes and businesses across Texas and beyond. Backed by a leading digital infrastructure investment firm and founded by experienced internet industry professionals, the organization is driven by a commitment to exceptional customer experience, community connection, and building a workplace where people can thrive. With a strong community focus, the company also pledges a 1% annual giveback to local charities and causes, while operating as an equal‑opportunity employer committed to fair, inclusive, and non‑discriminatory hiring practices in line with federal and Texas law.
If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, feel free to reach out and apply today!
Responsibilities OSP Engineering
Responsible for the low-level engineering designs of all fiber to the premise projects to include fielding, placement, fiber counts, structures and splicing design for all backbone, feeder, distribution segments.
Low-Level engineering designs will include both underground and aerial engineering utilizing GIS design tools.
Detailed understanding of survey field notes and sketches to create new or update existing designs using various software platforms.
Coordinate field technicians on data collection and field surveys. In some cases, self-perform field visits collect data and conduct field surveys.
Prepare cost estimates and material requirements for projects, manages project financials, and performs financial true-up of projects at close.
Perform Make-Ready analysis for aerial routes and review/approve Pole Attachment applications.
Understand permitting requirements and ensure all engineering is completed early for long‑lead permits to ensure construction is not delayed.
Generate bill of materials, splice sheets, and other supporting documentation required for permitting, construction, and record‑keeping.
Continue to optimize the low-level design to lower cost and simplify the drop installation for field technicians.
Planning, Quality Control and Reporting
Perform review of low-level designs to ensure adherence to company standards.
Prepare and review work packages for internal and vendor assignments.
Provides input on best practices, permit processes, field construction methods, and OSP material solutions.
Be proactive and forward looking to ensure there is a strong pipeline of FTTH designs in progress & construction ready to absorb unforeseen delays without impacting annual FTTH build targets.
Report weekly on the number of FTTH passings by status: approved, design, permitting, construction ready.
Work with PMO to assist in the preparation of project timelines, provide regular updates on schedule, delays, and what steps may be required to mitigate the delays.
Additional Responsibilities
Attends various meetings with management, departments, vendors and municipalities to ensure company objectives are met.
Create weekly reports and update management on status and issues.
Required Skills/Qualifications
Associate degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Construction Management or equivalent experience preferred.
A minimum of 5 years of experience in Outside Plant Engineering Design, Construction Management, or OSP Field Inspector.
Able to travel for business requirements; possess a valid Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record.
Communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, and deliver impactful presentations to supervisors and managers, while constructively escalating issues and challenges when required.
Ability to work independently and with a team of senior-level engineers and supervisors to develop solutions to complete assigned tasks.
Expert knowledge of outside plant engineering, field design methods, and Telecom products.
Working knowledge of city/county/DOT/Railroad permit process.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
AutoCAD or similar tool experience is recommended.
Experience in GIS software (ArcGIS, 3GIS, Vetro Fiber, IQGeo, or similar) is required.
Experience in PLA (Pole Loading Analysis) software is a plus.
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple work assignments
Salary
Competitive and negotiable depending on experience
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