OSP Engineer

At PEARCE, we've got a career for you!

Your Impact

We are seeking a self-motivated, detail-oriented OSP Engineer to manage engineering efforts related to road moves, highway widening, and public infrastructure projects. This role requires close coordination with state/local agencies, DOT, utility companies, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure the timely and efficient relocation or protection of telecom infrastructure. The ideal candidate has a strong engineering background, the ability to work independently in a remote environment, and excellent communication skills to support projects from design through construction.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead OSP engineering tasks for road move and highway widening projects, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal requirements.
• Coordinate with DOT, municipalities, utilities, and contractors to align relocation plans with road construction schedules.
• Perform field surveys, site walks, and impact assessments on aerial, buried, and underground infrastructure.
• Develop engineering designs, construction packages, and relocation plans for fiber/copper cable, pole transfers, conduit adjustments, and related facilities.
• Provide cost estimates, materials lists, and project timelines.
• Serve as the primary engineering contact during planning, permitting, and construction phases.
• Maintain accurate documentation: as-builts, CAD drawings, GIS updates, and permit packages.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Construction, Planning, and Permitting teams.
• Ensure compliance with RUS, NESC, and company design standards.

Core Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–5+ years OSP Engineering experience, ideally with roadway relocation or utility coordination projects.
• Strong knowledge of OSP design (aerial & underground), construction methods, and permitting.
• Experience working with state DOTs, municipalities, and 3rd-party contractors.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, GIS, Microsoft Office, and OSP design software.
• Excellent project management, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in field environments and manage multiple priorities.
• Flexible, adaptable, and able to respond to changing project demands.
• Strong listening skills with the ability to follow directions and apply feedback effectively.
• May assist with training and onboarding new team members.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with DOT projects and utility coordination on large-scale road or infrastructure efforts.
• Knowledge of ROW (Right-of-Way) regulations and permitting processes.
• Familiarity with fiber optic splicing, restoration, and network design.
• Experience with systems such as ARAMIS, LFACS, MIC, WALDO, and TIRKS.

Work Environment & Requirements

• Remote role with required fieldwork (site surveys & construction coordination).
• Candidate must reside within 1 hour of Covington, LA or New Orleans.

Base Pay Range

$36—$40 USD

What We Offer

Pearce offers a family-friendly and innovative culture with opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, HSA option. To help you recharge, we have paid vacation and paid holidays. For your future, we offer a company-matching 401(k) Retirement, Life Insurance, Tuition reimbursement, and professional development training. To help you be successful at work, as required for the role, we will provide a company vehicle, phone, laptop, or tablet along with all necessary tools and safety equipment.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on any status protected under federal, state, or local law.