OSP Designer III

OSP Designer III Colliers Engineering & Design $35.77 to $49.81 per hour (depending on qualifications) life insurance, paid time off, 401(k) United States, Jersey, Holmdel 101 Crawfords Corner Road, Ste 3400 (Show on map) May 16, 2026 Overview Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking an experienced OSP Designer III to join our Utility Design Engineering team! The UDE team works with industry leading internet service providers across the United States to provide network engineering services. Our telecommunications design professionals have years of experience working in the fiber optic, coax and copper construction field preparing for outside (OSP) and inside plant (ISP) installations. As leaders within the industry, we work with communities on broadband deficit solutions, deploying fiber to upgrade aging technology to 5G, and addressing utility relocations. Our design services include fiber-to-tower, Enterprise, FTTH, oDAS and iDAS, and distributed architecture. Responsibilities Work directly with clients to understand requirements, design theory, and software systems. Lead a team of designers and introduce new ideas and workflows. Reverse engineer theory and validate documentation against client examples. Design training documentation and provide training as client workflows evolve. Manage OSP I and OSP II staff for specific projects as needed. Assist with contract review, quality control (QC), and approvals as requested by the Senior Designer. Maintain project QAQC checklist and reference documentation. Understand design constraints from natural resources review, environmental, SHPO, and NEPA considerations. Exhibit advanced understanding of Telecom, Fiber - OSP design (FTTX, MDU, wiring diagrams, splicing schematics, equipment types) and design FTTX networks, including complex route and modification designs. Supervise up to two entry-level direct reports. Qualifications 5+ years of experience in linear utility engineering and design required; experience in fiber-optic/coaxial OSP experience preferred. Associates degree in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering or completion of a technical degree program required. Advanced linear and fiber design consulting experience required. Ability to meet deadlines and follow directions. Ability to mentor and train less experienced staff. Ability to read, write, and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

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$35.77 to $49.81 per hour (depending on qualifications) What We Offer At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That's why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities. This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week. We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women's Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities. Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!