Field Engineer

Field Engineer |Mainstream Fiber

**This position will be based in Nashville, IN**

About Mainstream Fiber:

At Mainstream Fiber Networks, we’re more than just a fiber optic internet company: we’re a Hoosier based team dedicated to propelling the digital revolution forward, and we believe that investing in our employees is the cornerstone of success.

About the Role:

The role of Field Engineer is responsible for collecting field information for all OSP Engineering design projects. Required information will include, but not be limited to existing and proposed handhole locations, conduit/fiber optic cable path, fiber terminal/splice case locations, and all pole information relevant to complete attachment application submissions.

Why should you join our Team:

• Permanent, Full-time Position
• Pay Range: Based on experience.
• 1st Shift
• Access to Company Benefits:
  1. Paid Time Off
  2. Paid Holidays
  3. Medical Insurance
  4. Dental and Vision Insurance
  5. Health Savings Account (HSA)
  6. Company-Funded Life Insurance
  7. 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  8. Employee Discounts on Company Services

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct field and site survey to collect information relevant to proposed projects, create site details, and collect digital images for submission to the OSP Engineer for further design
• Collect pertinent information to apply for permits and easements
• Work safely and independent of supervision
• Conduct research to diagnose and develop solutions
• Analysis of field conditions, communicating conditions to engineering team
• Perform route analysis and develop aerial and underground fiber route maps
• Handle fiber verification and mapping activities
• Use GIS and other software to develop engineering designs
• Complete and submit state and local permit applications as required to execute OSP projects
• Assisting with OSP designs, creation, and assisting as needed
• Perform high level analysis of third party pole leads to determine build feasibility
• Collect third party pole information and perform pole loading analysis
• Submit third party pole attachment applications through SPANS or as required by the pole owner
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

Key Qualifications:

• HSD, or equivalent education, is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics preferred
• 3-5 years outside plant design experience with 1-2 years FTTH experience, preferred
• Must have Valid Drivers’ Licenses
• Experience with pole loading calculations, and third party attachment requests
• Experience and understanding of outside plant engineering and construction techniques
• Experience working with Outside Plant Engineering in the following systems: AutoCAD, and or client-specific GIS software preferred
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills both verbal and written

Additional Notes:

• Position will be primarily located in an office environment
• Field work may be required. Including but not limited to field measurements, and pole attachment measurements

Post-Application Details:

After submitting your application, if your skills and experience align well with the position, you will move on to the next stages in the interviewing process. Even if this particular role doesn't work out, rest assured that you remain part of our network. This ensures that all our recruiters will have access to your profile, broadening your potential opportunities.