Outside Plant Engineer
Listed on 2026-02-19
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer
Industry: Electric Utility / Transmission & Distribution
Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Outside Plant (OSP) Engineer to support telecom and fiber infrastructure across transmission and distribution systems in New Mexico. This role will focus on planning, design, and coordination of aerial and underground telecommunications facilities supporting utility operations, SCADA, protection & control, and grid modernization initiatives.
The OSP Engineer will work closely with internal engineering teams, field crews, vegetation management, construction contractors, and regulatory stakeholders to ensure safe, compliant, and reliable telecom infrastructure deployment.
Key Responsibilities- Design and engineer aerial and underground fiber optic routes along transmission and distribution corridors
- Develop construction drawings, splice diagrams, bill of materials (BOM), and cost estimates
- Coordinate joint-use pole attachments and pole loading analysis
- Perform route analysis, field walks, and constructability reviews
- Support substation fiber integration and SCADA backhaul connectivity
- Ensure compliance with NESC, NEC, and local/state regulatory requirements
- Collaborate with EPC contractors and construction management teams
- Provide technical oversight during construction, testing, and commissioning
- Review make-ready engineering and pole attachment applications
- Assist in storm response and restoration planning when needed
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of OSP engineering experience in utility or telecom environments
- Experience with fiber design, pole loading analysis, and make-ready processes
- Knowledge of aerial and underground construction methods
- Familiarity with SCADA communication networks and utility telecom systems
- Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar design software
- Understanding of NESC standards
- Experience supporting electric transmission and distribution systems
- Knowledge of microwave backhaul systems
- Familiarity with GIS mapping tools
- Previous experience in regulated utility environments
- New Mexico utility or terrain experience preferred
- Combination of office and field work
- Field visits to substations, transmission corridors, and distribution assets
- Travel within New Mexico required
Compensation will be commensurate with experience and aligned with regional utility market rates.
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