Outside Plant Engineer II

Job title: Outside Plant Engineer II

About the Role

Uniti’s Outside Plant Engineering team connects consumers and small businesses to telecommunications services across the United States. As an Outside Plant Engineer II, you will design and develop solutions for network construction using fiber, copper, and related equipment. You will analyze project requirements, resolve engineering challenges, and work with field engineers and design vendors to deliver safe, timely, and cost-effective projects.

What You’ll Do

• Engineer and design outside plant facilities, including fiber and copper networks.

• Plan, analyze, and design outside plant network structures and facilities.

• Coordinate activities supporting the development, construction, implementation, and maintenance of outside plant projects.

• Apply sound engineering practices and company standards to resolve design and construction issues.

• Work with field engineers and design vendors to support safe installation, project timelines, and effective use of materials and labor.

• Identify pole ownership, right-of-way, and permit requirements.

• Communicate with city, county, and state permitting agencies.

• Maintain project documentation and complete related administrative work.

• Assess project challenges, collaborate with stakeholders, and recommend practical solutions.

• Do You Have?

• A college degree in Engineering or a related field and 3–5 years of professional-level experience.

• Strong written and verbal technical communication skills.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

• The ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and make informed decisions.

• A collaborative approach to working with field teams, vendors, and other stakeholders.

• Experience assessing requirements, reviewing, and approving submittal for city, county, or state permits.

• Even Better

• Experience with CAD/E, MicroStation, AutoCAD, or similar design software.

• Telecommunications engineering experience, particularly with fiber or copper networks.

• PE license or experience reviewing engineering designs.

• Our Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans

• Identity theft, legal, auto, home, and pet insurance

• 401(k) plan

• Health and flexible spending accounts

• Life and AD&D insurance, including spousal and child life insurance

• Educational assistance plan

• About Us

• Uniti provides network communications and technology solutions for consumers, small businesses, enterprise organizations, and carrier partners across the United States.

• Physical Tasks

• Standing Occasionally: 0-33%

• Walking Occasionally: 0-33%

• Sitting and Stationary: Continuously: 67-100%

• Bending: Occasionally: 0-33%

• Crouching: Occasionally: 0-33%

• Carrying: Occasionally: 0-33%

• Reaching: Occasionally: 0-33%

• Lifting -Lowering >1-15 lbs: Occasionally: 0-33%

• Repetitive Hand Action: Medium Dexterity: Continuously: 67-100%

• Fine Manipulating: Frequently: 34-66%

• Audio Visual Needs

• Hearing: Continuously: 67-100%

• Near Vision: Continuously: 67-100%

• Far Vision: Occasionally: 0-33%

• Peripheral Vision: Occasionally: 0-33%

• Equipment Used in Job Performance

• Computer, Printer, Fax, Telephone, Basic Office Supplies, Copier

Job details

Job Family: Engineering Job Function: Outside Plant

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