Telecom FTTx Designer

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results - for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

As an FTTx Designer, you will be responsible for creating fiber-to-the-x (FTTx) designs. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: sizing of serving boundaries using GIS address data; analyze, interpret, and organize large datasets; determine feeder routes, distribution routes, and drops to premises by utilizing, parcel, ROW, and easement documentation; determine fiber allocations; reviewing field staking sheets, as-Builts and field collected data to determine the optimal running line and construction method. Analyze aerial Imagery and general maps to identify existing utilities or potential obstructions; and produce and review high-quality constructible plan sets using GIS based software.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Ability to read, interpret, create maps and plan sets.
• Ability to edit and create PDF documents (Bluebeam or Adobe skills)
• Associate’s/bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• General knowledge in OSP construction methods and best practices.
• 3-6 years of FTTx design and/or OSP experience.
• General knowledge of FTTx and/or OSP networks is required.
• Knowledge of Google Earth KMZ files.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD based software is preferred.
• Knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS Software products is preferred.
• Knowledge of asset management platforms is preferred ((IQGEO, NetDesigner, CrescentLink, etc.)

Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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