OSP Designer II
JSI invites you to join our team as a OSP Designer II on our Fiber Design & Implementation team in our Charlotte, NC office where you'll play a critical role in advancing broadband and telecommunications initiatives that expand connectivity and drive digital inclusion—while advancing your career within a mission-driven, growth-focused organization.
Position Overview:
Position Overview:
As an OSP Designer II on the Fiber Design & Implementation team, you will be responsible for planning, designing, documenting, and permitting proposed new outside plant FTTx build-outs. This role will work as a member of the Fiber Design & Implementation team to produce high-quality deliverables for buried, underground, and aerial fiber applications.
- Reads and understands maps, drawings, and diagrams for Telecom/FFTx OSP construction.
- Creates and reviews fiber assignments (schematics), high-level designs, and low-level designs.
- Communicates with project managers, permitting team, and field personnel to produce accurate deliverables in accordance with deadlines, client expectations, and JSI standards.
- Continuously improves job-related tasks and processes, technical and professional knowledge, skills, and performance.
- Completes other tasks as assigned by manager/supervisor.
Required Qualifications:
- HS Diploma or GED required.
- 3+ years of experience in telecom engineering and design is required.
- Working knowledge of GIS, including ArcGIS/QGIS/Google Earth, etc.
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD or other CAD-based software.
- Ability to read and understand maps, drawings, and diagrams for Telecom/FFTx OSP construction.
- Must possess intermediate skills in basic programs like Microsoft Office, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.
- Highly organized, self-starter, and detail-oriented.
- Excellent verbal and written interpersonal communication skills.
- Superior time management and strong attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications:
- A post-secondary degree in engineering, GIS, or a related field is desired.
- Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k)).
- Generous PTO and travel support.
- Ongoing professional development and educational opportunities.
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