KI Kinetic Ops - Engineer I/II-OSP

Windstream - Dawson, GA

Full-time - Entry Level

Dawson, GA

Telecommunications

About the position

The Outside Plant Engineer I/II at Windstream is responsible for designing and engineering outside plant facilities, including fiber and copper networks. This role involves creating meaningful connections with customers, solving complex problems, and ensuring the effective implementation and maintenance of engineering projects. The engineer will work both in the field and the office, collaborating with various stakeholders to deliver high-quality telecommunications solutions.

Responsibilities

• Engineer/design outside plant facilities including fiber and copper.
• Assist in the planning, analysis, design, and engineering of outside plant network structures and facilities.
• Organize complex activities for the development, construction, implementation, and maintenance of outside plant engineering projects.
• Utilize sound engineering practices and company objectives to resolve issues creatively and effectively.
• Skillfully communicate to establish and maintain positive and productive working relationships and drive projects to completion.
• Engineer/design projects to ensure cost-effective utilization of materials and labor.
• Perform administrative work relating to projects and assignments.
• Assess situations, collaborate, identify key issues, and solve complex problems.
• Conduct 70% of work in the field and 30% in the office on average.

Requirements

• Strong and effective technical communication skills, both verbally and written.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to be a self-starter, able to work with little guidance.
• Ability to work in a self-directed work group, work easily with others and be a team player.
• Ability to analyze problems and priorities and make decisions.
• A love of solving problems and building solutions.
• A college degree in Engineering or similar discipline and/or 2+ years technical experience.
• Experience with CAD/E, Microstation, AutoCAD or other similar design programs.
• Previous telecommunication engineering experience or courses in engineering.
• Experience working with city, county, and/or state agencies.

Nice-to-haves

• 0-2 years professional level experience in engineering or related field.
• 4+ years professional level related Engineering/Technical experience.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans
• 401K Plan
• Health & Flexible Savings Account
• Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans
• Educational Assistance Plan
• Identity Theft, Legal, Auto & Home and Pet Insurance