Telecommunications Director jobs in Santa Barbara, CA

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Wireless Telecommunications OSP (Outside Plant) Engineer to join our team. The Wireless Telecommunications OSP Engineer will be responsible for designing, planning, and overseeing the implementation of outside plant infrastructure for Wireless Telecommunications facilities. As a Wireless Telecommunications OSP Engineer, you will collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure the successful deployment of Wireless Telecommunications facilities.

Responsibilities:

• Perform thorough site investigations on joint-use utility poles and street lights to determine the optimal location for small cell deployments in the right of way.
• Collaborate with clients and RF engineer during site selection, ensuring alignment with project requirements and providing confirmation through a site sketch sign-off sheet.
• Demonstrate familiarity with equipment and antenna types to engineer precise site details for wireless telecommunication facilities.
• Design and plan the layout of wireless telecommunication facilities, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Create sketches and provide designs to the Architecture and Engineering team to facilitate the development of detailed engineering drawings and specifications for wireless telecommunication projects.
• Coordinate with vendors to review and redline drawings for wireless telecommunication projects
• Possess comprehensive knowledge of the JPAs (Joint Pole Authorizations) process to ensure compliance and streamline project execution.
• Manage the process of processing and submitting applications for meter service, conducting research for potential utility conflicts, and resolving issues as needed.
• Conduct site surveys and analyze existing infrastructure to identify obstacles and determine optimal installation methods for wireless telecommunication projects.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, such as project managers, network engineers, and construction teams, to ensure the timely and accurate implementation of outside plant/wireless telecom projects.
• Stay abreast of industry standards and best practices in wireless telecommunication engineering, integrating them into design and implementation processes.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records of wireless telecommunication projects, including as-built drawings, equipment specifications, and project timelines, ensuring compliance and facilitating future maintenance and upgrades.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience in the field of Wireless Telecommunications OSP Engineering
• Proven experience in designing and implementing outside plant infrastructure for telecommunications networks.
• Strong knowledge of fiber optic and copper cable networks, including installation methods, splicing techniques, and testing procedures.
• Expertise with industry standards and regulations related to the construction of wireless telecommunication engineering
• Expertise with GO95 regulations,  and the JPA process.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal teams and external vendors.
• Computer proficiency, ability to learn customer systems proficient in the use of  MS Office Suite, Adobe etc.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

If you are a self-motivated individual with a passion for outside plant wireless telecommunications engineering and a desire to contribute to the expansion and improvement of telecommunications networks, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and be part of the exciting world of Wireless Telecommunications OSP engineering!