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Outside Plant Engineer jobs are open across telecommunications, utilities, construction, and government infrastructure, from entry-level to senior and principal, with specializations in fiber optic network design, aerial and underground plant deployment, and outside plant project management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About This Role:
Kinetic’s team of Outside Plant Engineers connects consumer and small business partners to our leading telecommunications products across the United States. In this role you will work to create meaningful connections with customers and build long-term relationships. By analyzing a variety of data, you will solve complex problems for our business and residential customers utilizing copper cable, fiber cable, and electronics.
What You’ll Do:
- Engineer/design outside plant facilities including fiber and copper
- Assist in the planning, analysis, design and engineering of outside plant network structures and facilities
- Organize complex activities for the development, construction, implementation, and maintenance of outside plant engineering projects
- Utilize sound engineering practices and company objectives to resolve issues in a creative and effective way
- Skillfully communicate to establish and maintain positive and productive working relationships and drive projects to completion
- Engineer/Design projects to ensure cost-effective utilization of materials and labor
- Perform administrative work relating to projects and assignments
- Assess situations, collaborate, identify key issues, and solve complex problems
- Conduct 70% of work in the field and 30% in the office on average (varies per market)
- Strong and effective technical communication skills, both verbally and written
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Ability to be a self-starter, able to work with little guidance
- Ability to work in a self-directed work group, work easily with others and be a team player
- Ability to analyze problems and priorities and make decisions
- A love of solving problems and building solutions
- Ability to travel overnight and out of the market up to 25% of the time is required for this role
- CAD/E, MicroStation, AutoCAD, 3GIS, or other similar design programs
- Experience with use of Katapult Pro for the gathering of pole data
- Previous telecommunication engineering experience or courses in engineering
- Experience working with city, county and/or state agencies and other utility companies
College degree in Engineering or a related field and 0-2 years professional level experience; or 4+ years professional level related Engineering/Technical experience; or an equivalent combination of education and professional level related Engineering/Technical experience required. This is a safety sensitive position.
eld and 30% in the office on average; varies per market.
he field and 30% in the office on average; varies per market.
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Actual base pay for this job will depend on the candidate's primary work location and other factors, such as relevant skills and experience.
Our Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans
- 401K Plan
- Health & Flexible Savings Account
- Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans
- Educational Assistance Plan
Notice to Non-U.S. Citizens: Uniti, as a holder of licenses granted by the Federal Communications Commission, is required to notify and to obtain approval from federal regulatory agencies prior to granting certain system/network access to any non-U.S. citizen personnel. Offers of employment extended to non-U.S. citizens are contingent upon receiving the requisite approval from agencies overseeing compliance. Non-U.S. citizens are required to provide Uniti with the personal identifying information required to obtain the necessary approval prior to accessing certain systems and/or Uniti’s network. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please notify your recruiter or contact HR Legal as soon as possible for information on Uniti’s foreign personnel disclosure and approval requirements.
Notice to Applicants: Depending on the position and its job functions, offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of certain pre-employment screenings, including but not limited to drug-screen, motor vehicle records check, or other pre-employment screening. All such screenings will be conducted by an external third-party with the Candidate’s written consent and in accordance with federal and state law. Refusal to authorize or submit to a required pre-employment screening may disqualify the candidate from employment. Any misrepresentation during the application or interview process may result in denial of employment, withdrawal of offer, or termination.
_________________________________________________________
About This Role:
Kinetic’s team of Outside Plant Engineers connects consumer and small business partners to our leading telecommunications products across the United States. In this role you will work to create meaningful connections with customers and build long-term relationships. By analyzing a variety of data, you will solve complex problems for our business and residential customers utilizing copper cable, fiber cable, and electronics.
What You’ll Do:
- Engineer/design outside plant facilities including fiber and copper
- Assist in the planning, analysis, design and engineering of outside plant network structures and facilities
- Organize complex activities for the development, construction, implementation, and maintenance of outside plant engineering projects
- Utilize sound engineering practices and company objectives to resolve issues in a creative and effective way
- Skillfully communicate to establish and maintain positive and productive working relationships and drive projects to completion
- Engineer/Design projects to ensure cost-effective utilization of materials and labor
- Perform administrative work relating to projects and assignments
- Assess situations, collaborate, identify key issues, and solve complex problems
- Conduct 70% of work in the field and 30% in the office on average (varies per market)
- Strong and effective technical communication skills, both verbally and written
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Ability to be a self-starter, able to work with little guidance
- Ability to work in a self-directed work group, work easily with others and be a team player
- Ability to analyze problems and priorities and make decisions
- A love of solving problems and building solutions
- Ability to travel overnight and out of the market up to 25% of the time is required for this role
- CAD/E, MicroStation, AutoCAD, 3GIS, or other similar design programs
- Experience with use of Katapult Pro for the gathering of pole data
- Previous telecommunication engineering experience or courses in engineering
- Experience working with city, county and/or state agencies and other utility companies
College degree in Engineering or a related field and 0-2 years professional level experience; or 4+ years professional level related Engineering/Technical experience; or an equivalent combination of education and professional level related Engineering/Technical experience required. This is a safety sensitive position.
eld and 30% in the office on average; varies per market.
he field and 30% in the office on average; varies per market.
_________________________________________________________
Actual base pay for this job will depend on the candidate's primary work location and other factors, such as relevant skills and experience.
Our Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans
- 401K Plan
- Health & Flexible Savings Account
- Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans
- Educational Assistance Plan
Notice to Non-U.S. Citizens: Uniti, as a holder of licenses granted by the Federal Communications Commission, is required to notify and to obtain approval from federal regulatory agencies prior to granting certain system/network access to any non-U.S. citizen personnel. Offers of employment extended to non-U.S. citizens are contingent upon receiving the requisite approval from agencies overseeing compliance. Non-U.S. citizens are required to provide Uniti with the personal identifying information required to obtain the necessary approval prior to accessing certain systems and/or Uniti’s network. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please notify your recruiter or contact HR Legal as soon as possible for information on Uniti’s foreign personnel disclosure and approval requirements.
Notice to Applicants: Depending on the position and its job functions, offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of certain pre-employment screenings, including but not limited to drug-screen, motor vehicle records check, or other pre-employment screening. All such screenings will be conducted by an external third-party with the Candidate’s written consent and in accordance with federal and state law. Refusal to authorize or submit to a required pre-employment screening may disqualify the candidate from employment. Any misrepresentation during the application or interview process may result in denial of employment, withdrawal of offer, or termination.
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Who's Hiring
- Verizon16
- Ziply Fiber7
- Metronet4
- Uniti3
- gFiber3
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Telecommunications
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in outside plant engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, civil engineering, or telecommunications engineering
- Experience designing aerial and underground fiber optic plant using AutoCAD or GIS tools
- Familiarity with NESC standards, local permitting processes, and utility pole attachment regulations
- BICSI Outside Plant Designer or equivalent industry certification preferred
- Ability to read and produce construction drawings, make-ready studies, and route surveys
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to field sites for route walks and inspections
Tips for Your Outside Plant Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to OSP deliverables
Hiring managers want to see specific project outputs: route miles designed, make-ready studies completed, or strand counts on aerial builds. Replace vague responsibilities with measurable deliverables tied to outside plant work so your resume speaks the language of the role.
Get your BICSI credentials before applying
Many outside plant engineer postings list BICSI Outside Plant Designer or Registered Communications Distribution Designer as preferred or required credentials. Earning one before you apply signals technical fluency and separates you from candidates who only have on-the-job experience to cite.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists outside plant 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 that name your design tools
Outside plant roles frequently require proficiency in AutoCAD, GIS platforms, or carrier-specific design software. Filter for postings that name the tools you already know, then mirror that exact software language in your resume to clear automated screening filters.
Prepare for field-knowledge interview questions
Interviewers for outside plant roles commonly ask about make-ready analysis, pole attachment processes, fiber splicing loss budgets, and local permitting workflows. Practice walking through a real project end-to-end, from route survey to as-built documentation, so you can answer confidently with specifics.
Negotiate relocation terms before accepting offers
Outside plant work is field-intensive and often project-specific, meaning roles require travel or relocation to build sites. Clarify relocation packages, per-diem policies, and travel reimbursement structures during the offer stage rather than after you have already accepted.
Outside Plant Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most outside plant engineers?
Verizon, Ziply Fiber, and Metronet are hiring the most outside plant engineers right now, with openings concentrated in Massachusetts, Texas, and Georgia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is strongest where broadband expansion and fiber-to-the-home buildouts are actively underway.
How many outside plant engineer jobs are remote?
About 63% of outside plant engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the field-intensive nature of most outside plant work. Network design, make-ready analysis, and project coordination roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while construction inspection and route survey positions almost always require on-site presence.
How do you become an outside plant engineer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, civil engineering, or a related discipline, then gain exposure to telecommunications infrastructure through internships or entry-level field technician roles. Build proficiency in AutoCAD and GIS tools, study NESC standards and local pole attachment processes, and pursue a BICSI Outside Plant Designer credential to formalize your qualifications before targeting engineer-level postings.
Can you get hired as an outside plant engineer with little experience?
Yes, some employers hire candidates with limited direct outside plant experience if they have a relevant engineering degree and demonstrated exposure to field infrastructure work. Focusing on roles titled junior outside plant engineer or OSP design engineer, completing BICSI coursework, and building a portfolio of AutoCAD or GIS drafting samples can offset a thinner work history when applying.
What does the outside plant engineer interview process look like?
Most outside plant engineer interviews begin with a recruiter screen covering your technical background and project history, followed by a hiring manager conversation where you walk through a past outside plant project end-to-end. Technical rounds typically include questions on make-ready analysis, fiber splicing loss budgets, NESC compliance, and permitting workflows, and some employers add a design exercise or AutoCAD skills assessment before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to outside plant engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to outside plant engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find the roles that match your experience and location preferences and apply directly to each listing.
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