OSP Designer

Position Overview

This is the first level of the Communications Specialist classifications. The purpose of this position is to read and interpret existing drawings and maps to minimize the need to create new drawings and create new drawings when necessary in a timely fashion that meet client and internal standards.

Duties & Responsibilities

Develop understanding and comply with all FTTP and project documentation

standards (i.e. land base maps, assessor maps, AT&T OSP records, etc.)

Work closely with all departments to ensure project timelines are met and the

final product conveys the correct information.

Maintain proficiency and knowledge of technical developments related to AT&T systems

Planning (establishment of feeder routes, Fiber Hub locations, distribution routes & boundaries.)

Design Engineering (feeder and distribution layouts to be redlined on base maps showing all requirements associated with OSP distribution).

CAD Construction work print generation using AutoCAD and various AT&T systems

Perform Self-check, Quality Control of own work for completeness, accuracy, meeting client standards, of key features, and overall presentation quality appearance.

Understanding future trends in telecommunication technology.

Creates and executes project work plans and revises plans to meet emerging issues or evolving requirements.

Requirements

Must have experience in telecommunications fiber network design, Outside Plant design to include underground, buried, and aerial plant.

Ability to access, impute and retrieve information from network computer station.

Must be able to self-check own work to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Able to work closely with engineers and other personnel to direct project completion, obtain information or ensure drawing clarity.

Able to work with minimal supervision, be a self-starter, and be detail-oriented.

Able to prioritize under pressure and be well-organized.

Job Description

Able to contribute in project reviews and improve job efficiencies.

Proficiency in a variety of CAD applications, including Autodesk applications

Advanced knowledge of engineering standards, practices, methods and techniques; basic cartography; and general civil engineering principles.

Applied knowledge of in-depth assessment of the networked application needs, network modeling, and engineering high-speed technology network transports to deliver client specific technical solutions.

Demonstrate intermediate reasoning ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in oral, written, or diagram form.

Desired Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, or similar technical discipline.

Other Skills/Abilities

Self-Motivated

Work independently

Team-Oriented

Customer Oriented

Able to manage multiple tasks and provide leadership to other team members.