Joint-Use Communications/Make Ready Engineering Designer II

About the role

Responsible for performing detailed engineering (staking) activities and construction management activities (inspection) with minimal oversight. Projects are primarily fiber-to-the-home projects involving the placement (either aerial or buried) of fiber optic cables and associated construction units in support of the utilization of that cable. All detailed engineering and construction management documentation is completed using tablet/GPS units to document information in an online environment.

Responsibilities

• Effectively use electronic devices including smartphones, tablets, laptop computers, GPS units, DMIs, and other devices to complete job responsibilities.
• Understand RUS unit designations and determine unit descriptions/specifications from the designations. Study and understand non-standard unit specifications.
• Complete on-site construction observation (inspection) of fiber optic cable placement and acceptance testing to ensure conformance with specifications.
• Ensure project engineering or construction activities comply with contract requirements and support the overall construction schedule.
• Provide technical support for construction efforts, including interpretation of as-staked information and resolution of onsite conflicts.
• Interface with all on-site entities to resolve problems and ensure compliance of construction in support of the overall project schedule.
• Examine the workmanship of finished installations by contractors for conformity to standards and client requirements.
• Input units into ArcGIS online and efficiently capture all required elements to engineer the project at a detailed level.
• Use tablet/GPS units to accurately document units to be placed using GPS coordinates.
• Coordinate project activities with contractors and client representatives.
• Complete daily timesheet entries in conjunction with weekly expense reports and mileage documentation using the Company’s time and expense reporting system.
• Deliver requested information or deliverables to clients efficiently and accurately with minimal additional context, maintaining responsive communication and professionalism.
• Adapt interaction frequency based on client activity or project phase, maintaining a primarily reactive or event-driven approach.
• Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of previous experience in the outside construction industry, military communications, utility, locating services, or a related industry.
• Ability to understand and use ArcGIS online, review project maps, and determine project scope and responsibilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Valid motor vehicle driver’s license in good standing; no DWI/DUI convictions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical school training with courses in a related field.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

• Most assignments are performed at job sites and may include physical labor and environmental distractions such as changes in climate and topography. Physical hazards may be present.
• Exposed to extreme weather conditions, including hot and cold temperatures, rain, snow, dust, and wind.
• Flow of work involves normal mental and visual attention along with manual coordination much of the time.
• Required to get in and out of a vehicle; stand; walk; sit; climb steep banks; cross fences; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must be able to walk an average of three miles per day and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• May work in an office environment on occasion or as required.

Work Location and Travel

Work is based in the Lamar, MO office and surrounding field area, dependent on project location. Travel is approximately 75% of the time, with 25% spent in the office.

Pay

In the spirit of pay transparency, the starting base pay range for this position is exclusive of benefits. Base pay will be determined based on skills, education, and experience related to the position, as well as internal equity considerations. Hiring at the high end of the range would not be typical.