OSP Engineer I, II, III

Reports To: Project Manager
Travel Potential: N/A
Compensation: $25 - $34/hr. + Full Benefits

Congruex provides digital infrastructure solutions through engineering and construction services that connect communities nationwide. This includes wireline, wireless, data centers, and utility services from initial concept to market go-live. With employees across the United States and India, the work we do enables essential infrastructure for the future of communications. Build a Career. Build What Matters.

Job Summary:

Responsible for the engineering design and drafting of the most cost-effective, accurate and high quality OSP and/or ISP work/fine prints while meeting or exceeding all client deadlines. Design requirements vary by project (client/region/district/job type).

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Work in various customer specific systems to produce a cost-effective engineered design for construction to place, splice, install and maintain for many years to come.
• Identify assigned fiber/copper pairs at strategic access points and design an aerial and/or underground path from point A to point B.
• Identify the necessary requirements to successfully attach fiber/copper cables to poles as well as place cables in the underground environments.
• Engineer in the public right of way and on private property avoiding conflict with existing facilities.
• Initiate internal work order requests for other departments necessary to complete entire project.
• Update necessary tracking system(s) to ensure project and/or program status is maintained with complete accuracy, including third party management systems.
• Communicate all issues to management prior to reaching critical status.
• Develop and maintain accurate and complete files for projects, monitoring for integrity and completeness.
• Always meet or exceed internal and external quality standards, and on-time delivery.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.  

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Deadline driven, self-motivated, and technically savvy
• Excellent verbal and written interpersonal communication skills
• Superior time management
• Strong attention to detail 
• Ability to be flexible, take direction with ease, including changes to schedule and workflow priorities
• Critical thinking skills; make assessments and provide solutions to problems.   
• Ability to maintain professional tact in a fast-paced work environment with internal personnel and clients 
• Superior customer service and dedication to providing a positive experience inside and outside the organization 
• GRIT (guts, reliability, innovation and teamwork) Experience working in a Windows environment; Office 365, SharePoint and MS Excel Knowledge & experience in AutoCAD, MicroStation, GIS or client proprietary design systems
• Knowledge & experience with project management processes, tools, and the ability to coordinate multiple projects with reproducible results

Education and Experience :

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM discipline preferred
• Construction experience preferred
• Field experience preferred
• Knowledge & experience in telecommunications, outside plant engineering design or field inspection, and/or network construction
• Knowledge of fiber networking, routing, and network management
• Knowledge and understanding of various broadband network designs and architecture
• Beginner knowledge & understanding of engineering concepts, and how fielding, planning, engineering, and construction parts of a job align
• Beginner knowledge & ability to learn how to design work prints for multiple job types  

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting: Frequently required to sit for extended periods, especially when working at a computer or desk.
• Manual Dexterity: Regular use of hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls (e.g., typing, using a mouse, handling documents).
• Reaching: Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.
• Communication: Must be able to talk and hear clearly for effective communication.
• Environment: Typically works in a semi-quiet office environment, though some roles may involve occasional site visits.
• Mobility: Occasionally required to walk or stand for long periods.  

Levelling:

An Engineer I, II or III title differentiation lies in the experience and/or skill level of the individual.

Congruex Culture & Benefits:
Congruex’s culture of safety and performance is built on the 4X Factor core values of Be Safe, Be Accountable, Be Respectful, and Earn Trust . These values guide how we work with one another and how we interact with our customers.

We are committed to building a workplace where employees feel supported and recognized. We invest in employees through a comprehensive approach, including the benefits below with eligibility on Day 1 of employment:

• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits with 70% paid by the company
• 401(k) with company match up to 4% and immediate vesting
• Flexible PTO for exempt roles & competitive PTO accrual for non-exempt roles
• 10 company paid holidays (9 standard and 1 floating)
• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
• Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave options
• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance (with employee paid voluntary options)
• Annual Safety Boot Program of up to $150 per eligible field employee per year
• Safety Points Program for eligible field employees redeemable in the company store
• Free wellness benefits like counseling, financial planning, and more

Additional Employment Information:
We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in similar roles. Some benefits have eligibility criteria. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” employment relationship. Conditions to hiring may include but are not necessarily limited to background checks and drug testing.