Smithville—Indiana’s trusted, locally owned provider of Internet, Voice, Security, and Enterprise data services, is looking for an Outside Plant Engineer to help design, expand, and support the fiber infrastructure that keeps our communities connected. If you enjoy solving complex problems, working both indoors and outdoors, and influencing projects that make a real impact, this role is for you.

WHAT YOU'LL DO
As an Outside Plant Engineer, you’ll take ownership of planning, estimating, designing, and maintaining Smithville’s outside plant network. Your work directly supports key departments across the company, including Network Engineering, Network Operations, Fiber Splicing, Central Office, Sales, and Construction.
You’ll work on a variety of projects, including:

• Designing and releasing detailed work order packets
• Reclaiming and updating existing plant assets
• Reconciling utility pole inventory
• Comparing and improving fiber management systems
• Mapping and documenting facility locations
• Identifying process improvements that enhance efficiency and service delivery

This role offers a balance of independent project work, field visits, cross-functional collaboration, and strategic decision-making.

You Will Also:

• Obtain easements, permits, and approvals as needed
• Make key decisions related to project timelines, technical design, and cost analysis
• Juggle multiple projects and deadlines in a dynamic environment

Responsibilities Breakdown

• Develop and support work order packets – 65%
• Maintain facility records – 25%
• Complete new project cost estimates – 5%
• Special projects and duties as assigned – 5%

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, engineering focus is a plus (Associate degree or technical equivalent considered)
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail
• Solid project management and analytical skills
• Experience in telecommunications or related industry
• Knowledge of OSP design, construction, and industry standards
• Understanding of permitting, easements, and property rights
• Experience with MS Office, Adobe, CAD, GIS, and Google Earth
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record
• Willingness to learn Smithville-specific design practices within 9–12 months

Work Environment

• 70% office-based work
• 15% work in a vehicle or enclosed outdoor shelter
• 10% exposure to outside weather
• 5% work in non–climate-controlled areas (e.g., warehouse)

Physical requirements include frequent sitting; occasional walking, standing, bending, or lifting up to 30 lbs.
Typical schedule: 40 hours/week, with occasional evenings or weekends based on project needs.WHAT WE OFFER

We invest in your growth, well‑being, and future. Benefits include:

Career & Development

• Paid professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• In-house training programs

Benefits

• Company‑paid Dental, Term Life Insurance & Long‑Term Disability
• Low-cost Medical, Prescription, and Vision plans
• Health Savings Account with annual company contributions
• 401(k) with a company match
• Discount on Smithville Products and Services

Time Off & Perks

• Generous PTO
• Paid holidays
• Discounted Smithville services

WHO WE ARE
For over 100 years, Smithville has been and is a locally grown, family-owned, cutting-edge, live-where-we-work, stand-by-our-products, part-of-the-neighborhood, wildly-Hoosier technology company in the heart of Southern Indiana. We provide the best technology services without sending you across the globe for support. We love our services and Indiana. 
 
Review of employment applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Smithville is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.