Lumos
OSP Project Engineer
About this role
Lumos seeks an experienced OSP Project Engineer to design and oversee fiber optic network construction projects, managing everything from CAD drawings and cost estimates to permitting and vendor coordination for their rapidly expanding FTTH infrastructure.
What you'll do
- Create detailed construction drawings and review OSP prints, CAD designs, and GIS data for compliance with project specifications
- Estimate labor, materials costs, and perform design loss calculations; manage project budgets and timelines
- Conduct data validation using Excel, SQL queries, and Snowflake to identify discrepancies and support engineering decisions
- Coordinate with city officials on permitting processes, rights-of-way, and easement negotiations
- Provide real-time project direction to team members and vendors; escalate contractual, technical, or scheduling risks
- Oversee design-permitting vendors and collaborate with Sales to develop customer-specific network solutions
What they're looking for
- OSP construction and design engineering
- CAD and GIS mapping systems (3GIS or equivalent)
- Microsoft Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUPs, advanced data analysis)
- SQL and Snowflake data queries
- OSHA, NESC, and telecommunications regulations
- Project management and cost estimation
- Fiber optic network architecture and testing standards
- Permitting and compliance processes
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Lumos
Lumos builds and expands fiber optic networks across multiple regions, delivering broadband infrastructure through external plant (OSP) construction projects. The company is hiring OSP Construction Project Engineers to oversee fiber network installations, manage timelines and budgets, and coordinate with subcontractors and communities to ensure safe and efficient project completion.
View all jobs at LumosLikely interview questions
- Walk us through a recent OSP project where you managed multiple design phases—how did you ensure CAD drawings and GIS data aligned with project timelines and budget?
- Describe your experience with Snowflake and SQL. How have you used data queries to identify discrepancies in OSP construction records or validate design assumptions?