OSP Engineer

At PEARCE SERVICES, we’ve got a career for you.

Join the nation’s leading service provider for critical telecom and network infrastructure, renewable energy installations (solar and wind), EV charging stations, and large-scale power generation and batteries. With over 1,800 team members, operating out of 25 offices nationwide and servicing over 50,000 unique locations nationwide, Pearce provides a comprehensive service experience to our customers by offering a wide range of telecom and renewable energy services and expertise. Pearce’s broad service capabilities and geographic footprint throughout the United States provide an excellent home for field technicians and service professionals to grow and advance their careers. Learn more about Pearce Services at www.Pearce-Services.com and www.Pearce-Renewables.com.

POSITION SUMMARY

Pearce Services is seeking a skilled OSP Engineer responsible for BAU Engineering work, including entrance cables, ethernet, small road move projects, aerial work, and permitting with state and local municipalities. This position is responsible for designing OSP Telecommunication Network facilities associated with the State of Texas Municipal/State Road Move Program. The position requires a working level, including the edge of OSP Design for fiber and copper networks. The successful candidate is responsible for designing an OSP (Outside Plant) telecommunications network, including Copper and Fiber; aerial, buried, and underground network construction.

Must live in or near Texas: Plano, Garland, Rowlett, and Wylie areas.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Field/Design OSP BAU Work Orders to include entrance cables, ethernet, small road move projects, aerial work, and permitting.
• Work with State/Local/Federal DOT and the various Utilities to plan the necessary Telecom Relocation Plan. Working with DOT schematics, visit the “field,” document the current telecom facilities, and design the “solution” plan in concert with the DOT Plans.
• Work with Frontier Communication’s Planning, Right of Way, Construction, and Central Office Teams to coordinate project design/implementation.
• Local travel will be required. Pearce to reimburse mileage expense.
• Capable of managing their workload and prioritizing multiple field engineering assignments
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office applications
• Good organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to learn new technical systems and tools
• Safety- above the bottom line. Cutting corners is never an option.
• Integrity- we do what is right, even if doing so puts us at a temporary disadvantage
• Accountability- everyone is accountable for the work we provide
• Respect- for our employees, clients, and partners

QUALIFICATIONS and REQUIREMENTS

• 3-5+ years of experience in copper and fiber-optic/telecommunications/telecom engineering and broadband design (ethernet).
• Design building/entrance cable, etc.
• Knowledge of outside plant activities (Copper and Fiber Cable Design; Aerial/Pole Line, Buried and Underground Design/Construction)
• Proven ability to read and understand DOT schematics, identify conflicts with existing outside plant facilities, and select routing of lines and equipment required for projects.
• Knowledge permitting with state and local municipalities.
• Familiar with GIS (Geographic Information Systems), ESRI, and shapefile functionality
• Ability to resolve problems following standard practices, using judgment within defined policies and guidelines
• Knowledge of General City, County, State, and road move design application processes is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• High School Diploma and or equivalent work experience

Optional:

• Experience with Frontier Systems knowledge: Frogs, Varasset, Infinium
• OSP Telecom Construction experience

WHAT WE OFFER

Join the country’s largest national independent services company that will provide the tools and resources you need to design, build and enhance a successful career. Pearce offers a family-friendly and innovative culture with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance), PTO/Holidays, and a company-matching 401(k) Retirement plan. Also provided are a company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet (as required for your role), and all necessary tools and safety equipment.

TO APPLY

For immediate consideration, please apply at the provided link and submit your most current resume.

Pearce Services believes in strength through diversity. We are an equal-opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.