OSP Design Engineer Jobs
OSP Design Engineer jobs are open across telecommunications, utilities, and broadband infrastructure firms, with specializations in fiber optic network design, aerial and underground plant engineering, and GIS mapping, from entry-level field designers to senior and lead engineers. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Planet Networks is a fast-growing Internet and managed services provider headquartered in beautiful Sussex County, New Jersey. Planet Networks is committed to provide high speed Internet access and exceptional IT services to the local community.
Planet Networks is seeking a FTTx Design Engineer / Splicing Supervisor to accelerate the efforts of our network expansion.
Responsibilities:
- The engineer is responsible for all aspects of fiber design and allocation, route design, and map creation
- Projects requiring Fiber Design can either be customer funded based on service orders or company funded initiatives (ie: expansion, overbuild, municipal projects, etc.)
- Design fiber route and create all necessary splicing prints and work orders for vendors performing splicing work within the active backbone
- After completion close out tasks in appropriate system(s)
- Utilize software like 3GIS, QGIS, Google Earth, Microsoft Excel and others to complete daily tasks
- Design and document fiber splicing and fiber patch assignments for fiber circuits
- Work with utilities in underground and aerial right-of-way applications
- Work jointly with the NOC, Field Operations, and Change management; and mobilize necessary repair crews to isolate and restore any fiber impairments
- Assign work, track, and dispatch fiber splicers daily to complete current projects
Qualifications:
- Experience with reviewing utility as-built maps (fiber, telco, etc) to identify current routes and splice points
- Experience in OSP construction, fiber construction, copper construction, utility construction
- Competence in design methodology, process, and metrics
- Must be able to navigate the use of a laptop and multiple sources of data (Google Maps, CAD, system maps)
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
- Visual design skills are a strong plus
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Must be able to work under pressure and multi-task, sometimes with conflicting events happening at the same time
- High attention to detail
- Ability to relay information in a fast-paced environment
Benefits Include:
- Competitive Pay
- Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with company match
- Paid Holidays & Vacation (PTO)
Planet Networks is a fast-growing Internet and managed services provider headquartered in beautiful Sussex County, New Jersey. Planet Networks is committed to provide high speed Internet access and exceptional IT services to the local community.
Planet Networks is seeking a FTTx Design Engineer / Splicing Supervisor to accelerate the efforts of our network expansion.
Responsibilities:
- The engineer is responsible for all aspects of fiber design and allocation, route design, and map creation
- Projects requiring Fiber Design can either be customer funded based on service orders or company funded initiatives (ie: expansion, overbuild, municipal projects, etc.)
- Design fiber route and create all necessary splicing prints and work orders for vendors performing splicing work within the active backbone
- After completion close out tasks in appropriate system(s)
- Utilize software like 3GIS, QGIS, Google Earth, Microsoft Excel and others to complete daily tasks
- Design and document fiber splicing and fiber patch assignments for fiber circuits
- Work with utilities in underground and aerial right-of-way applications
- Work jointly with the NOC, Field Operations, and Change management; and mobilize necessary repair crews to isolate and restore any fiber impairments
- Assign work, track, and dispatch fiber splicers daily to complete current projects
Qualifications:
- Experience with reviewing utility as-built maps (fiber, telco, etc) to identify current routes and splice points
- Experience in OSP construction, fiber construction, copper construction, utility construction
- Competence in design methodology, process, and metrics
- Must be able to navigate the use of a laptop and multiple sources of data (Google Maps, CAD, system maps)
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
- Visual design skills are a strong plus
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Must be able to work under pressure and multi-task, sometimes with conflicting events happening at the same time
- High attention to detail
- Ability to relay information in a fast-paced environment
Benefits Include:
- Competitive Pay
- Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with company match
- Paid Holidays & Vacation (PTO)
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in OSP design engineer jobs.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, or similar OSP design software
- Experience designing fiber optic or coaxial outside plant networks
- Familiarity with NESC, NEC, or local utility construction standards
- Working knowledge of GIS platforms such as ESRI ArcGIS or similar tools
- Associate or bachelor's degree in engineering technology, telecommunications, or a related field
- Ability to read and produce aerial, underground, and splicing design drawings
Tips for Your OSP Design Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to OSP deliverables
List specific design outputs you've produced, such as strand maps, make-ready drawings, pole attachment surveys, or splice diagrams. Hiring managers scan for deliverable types, not just software names. Vague phrases like 'designed networks' get skipped.
Highlight your CAD and GIS proficiency early
OSP postings almost always screen for AutoCAD, MicroStation, or ESRI ArcGIS. Put your software stack in a dedicated skills section near the top of your resume so it clears automated filters before a recruiter reads a word.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists osp design engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by project type
Filter openings by keywords like FTTP, FTTH, coax, HFC, or underground conduit to match your actual project background. Applying to roles that match your specific plant type dramatically improves your callback rate compared to broad applications.
Prepare for a technical design exercise
Many OSP interviews include a take-home or on-screen design task where you route a fiber path, estimate materials, or mark up an existing strand map. Practice reading aerial and underground plant diagrams before your interview so you're ready to work through one live.
Negotiate your on-call and travel expectations
OSP roles often carry field visit or emergency response obligations that rarely appear in job postings. Ask directly about expected travel percentage and on-call rotation before accepting an offer so there are no surprises after you start.
OSP Design Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most osp design engineers?
Syringa Networks, Engenuity Fiber, and Planet Networks are hiring the most osp design engineers right now, with openings concentrated in Idaho, Georgia, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Activity tends to cluster around active broadband expansion and utility upgrade contracts.
How many osp design engineer jobs are remote?
About 100% of osp design engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote work most common in GIS-heavy design roles and least common in positions requiring regular field surveys or utility coordination. Fully in-office roles are still the majority given the hands-on nature of plant design work.
How do you become a osp design engineer?
Start with an associate or bachelor's degree in engineering technology, telecommunications, or a related technical field, then build hands-on experience reading and producing outside plant drawings. Learn the core software tools used in the field, get familiar with NESC standards and local utility construction requirements, and pursue entry-level design or drafter roles to build a portfolio of real deliverables before moving into a full design engineer position.
Can you get hired as a osp design engineer with little experience?
Yes, employers do hire candidates with limited direct OSP experience when they can demonstrate strong CAD or GIS skills, familiarity with construction drawings, and knowledge of fiber or coax plant fundamentals. Starting as a design drafter or survey technician is a common entry path. Certifications from industry organizations and self-directed projects that produce actual strand maps or route designs also help close the experience gap.
What does the osp design engineer interview process look like?
Most OSP design engineer interviews start with a phone screen covering your software background and project types, followed by a technical interview where you walk through past designs or answer questions on NESC standards, make-ready calculations, or fiber routing logic. Some employers include a practical design exercise where you produce or mark up a sample drawing. Final rounds typically involve a conversation with a project manager or engineering lead about workflow and field coordination.
Where can I find and apply to osp design engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to osp design engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your design background, software skills, and preferred location, then apply directly to each opening that fits.
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