Outside Plant Engineer - Telecom
Outside Plant Engineer - Telecom
Glendale Heights, Illinois Position Type: Full Time Req ID: 2026-1542525 Date posted: 02/26/2026Company Overview:
Adesta(TM), an Allied Universal® company, specializes in the design and implementation of modern communications networks and infrastructure for public and private customers. Working in a fast-paced dynamic environment, join a team that creates meaningful and measurable solutions based on customers' project goals and budgets. Adesta not only offers engineering, technical, and management expertise of an established systems integrator, we also back our expertise with dependable maintenance support and training. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, a retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, and other perks, depending on the position and eligibility.
Job Description:
Adesta, an Allied Universal® Company, is hiring an OSP Engineer - Telecom. Adesta, an Allied Universal® Company, is hiring an OSP (Outside Plant) Engineer The OSP Engineer will support the design, implementation, and maintenance of outside plant fiber optic networks for telecom infrastructure. This role involves planning and designing aerial and underground fiber routes, developing construction drawings and specifications, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards and project requirements. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of OSP engineering principles, permitting processes, and field conditions to support reliable, high-performance telecom network deployments.
Pay Range: $70k-$100k
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design plans and specifications for fiber optics networks, including aerial and underground installations and conflicts, site layouts, horizontal and vertical layouts, site utilities (including conflicts), fiber optic splice diagrams, and associated civil engineering activities for contract preparation and administration
- Project management; develop scope of work, cost estimates, permit applications, pre-bid and pre-construction meetings, and coordination with field crews and construction contractors
- Perform work with ESRI ArcGIS, 3GIS, and AutoCAD Civil 2D and 3D software
- Prepare cost estimates including quantities, material type, equipment, and labor
- Support others including CADD operators and technicians
QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Civil, or Telecommunications Engineering
- Current driver's license if driving a company vehicle, or personal vehicle in the course of conducting business (e.g., client visits, attending networking events)
- Minimum of five (5) years of related experience in fiber optics network, electrical engineering, and/or utility design and construction with strong familiarity with broadband networks
- Experience utilizing applications such as AutoCAD, ESRI ArcGIS, 3GIS, Civil 3D, and MicroStation
- Familiar with Federal, State, and Local Municipal rules and regulations
- Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to negotiate, motivate and influence others
- Ability to read and understand advanced technical information/documentation
- Proficient with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, and SharePoint)
- Able to manage multiple tasks while meeting strict deadlines; excellent follow-up skills
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers detail-oriented and organized
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):
- Experiences with Illinois Tollway, IDOT, CDOT, and various counties and municipalities regulations and standards
BENEFITS:
- Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plan and disability insurance
- Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days
- Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.
Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com
If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.
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