OSP Engineer
Role Overview
This role will support the design, documentation, and coordination of outside plant (OSP) fiber optic infrastructure. Focuses on producing accurate construction drawings, route maps, and as-built records using AutoCAD and GIS tools.
Key Skills for This Role
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ABOUT THE ROLE:
This role will support the design, documentation, and coordination of outside plant (OSP) fiber optic infrastructure. Focuses on producing accurate construction drawings, route maps, and as-built records using AutoCAD and GIS tools.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepare and revise OSP fiber design drawings, conduit layouts, splice diagrams, and permitting packages in AutoCAD
- Create and maintain GIS-based route maps, asset inventories, and spatial data for fiber pathways, vaults, and handholes
- Assist with field surveys, redline markups, and conversion of field data into final drawings and GIS layers
- Support BOM development, quantity take-offs, and basic loss-budget calculations
- Coordinate with senior engineers, construction teams, and utilities on design changes and as-built updates
- Ensure drawings and GIS data comply with company standards, TIA/BICSI guidelines, and local permitting requirements
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Associate’s degree or equivalent in engineering, geospatial technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Working knowledge of AutoCAD (preferably Civil 3D or similar) for utility/telecom drawings
Experience with GIS software (ArcGIS, QGIS, or equivalent) for mapping and spatial analysis
Basic understanding of fiber optic OSP concepts (conduit systems, aerial/buried placement, splicing, and terminations)
Strong attention to detail and ability to produce clear, accurate technical drawings
Willingness to perform occasional field work and site visits
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Prior internship or project experience in telecom, utility, or civil infrastructure
Familiarity with fiber strand counts, duct banks, and standard OSP construction practices
Experience with Google Earth, KML/KMZ files, or CAD-to-GIS data exchange
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About xAI
xAI is an artificial intelligence company founded by Elon Musk that develops AI systems to accelerate scientific discovery. Its main products include the Grok AI chatbot and the Colossus supercomputer, one of the world's largest AI training clusters.
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