Fiber Designer in Austin, Texas at Project Resources Group, Inc.

About Project Resources Group (PRG)

As a leading provider of construction management, outside plant damage assessment & recovery, business outsourcing and consulting services, PRG offers services within the cable, telephony, construction and utility industries, including:

• Back Office Processing
• Technical Support
• Network Infrastructure
• Engineering & Design
• Project and Program Management
• Outside Plant Damage Cost Recovery Services

With 20+ offices and 825+ employees nationwide, we deliver industry-leading solutions with speed, accuracy, and expertise.

PRG is seeking a Fiber Designer to join our Texas team!

As a Fiber Optic OSP Designer, you will produce high-quality, constructible Outside Plant (OSP) engineering designs for FTTH and other fiber optic network deployments. In this hands-on role, you will create OSP design packages, including aerial and underground (UG) utility placements, and generate supporting documentation such as splice matrices and permit applications. Familiarity with MDU (Multi-Dwelling Unit) design and ISP (Inside Plant) is also beneficial, as you’ll occasionally support these areas.

Typical Responsibilities

• Create comprehensive OSP fiber designs with clear constructible routes for aerial, micro-trenching, boring, and other installation types.
• Produce detailed design packages, including Fiber Construction Drawings (FCDs), Bill of Materials (BOM), Scope of Work (SOW), and Notice-to-Proceed (NTP) packages.
• Use GIS and fiber design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Microstation, Arc, Esri, 3-GIS, QGIS, Arc, Vetro, Visio, or others to produce and update network designs.
• Develop and maintain accurate splice matrices to support fiber connectivity requirements.
• Draft permits for aerial and UG utility placement and manage ROW/easement requirements with local municipalities.
• Ensure design quality and troubleshoot design challenges through proactive problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Coordinate with internal teams to finalize as-built documentation and ensure adherence to company and industry standards.
• Support efficient workflows by identifying design process improvements to enhance productivity and quality.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or equivalent practical experience.
• At least three years of experience with FTTH infrastructure and OSP design including MxU designs
• Demonstrated expertise in OSP design tools such as AutoCAD, Microstation, 3-GIS, Vetro, Arc/Esri or other GIS systems.
• Proficiency in creating splice matrices, fiber connectivity plans, and understanding OSP configurations.
• Experience with permitting processes and ROW/easement requirements for OSP construction.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced knowledge of OSP architectures, fiber splicing techniques, and overall fiber network design.
• Experience in creating Bills of Materials (BOM) and performing material research for different OSP architectures.
• Familiarity with ISP/MDU design and the ability to apply ISP knowledge when needed.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Maps) for documentation and collaboration.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and time management skills.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer competitive hourly pay plus opportunity for overtime ($32-$36/hr) along with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
• 401(k) retirement plan, with company match after 1 year
• Short-term disability coverage after 1 year
• Paid time off and holidays
• Additional rewards such as company-paid life insurance, and other supplemental insurances available.