Access Network Designer

Midcontinent•Sioux Falls, SD

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

As an Access Network Designer, you will design and maintain fiber and coaxial access network solutions that support network expansion, upgrades, and service delivery across Midco's footprint. You will leverage GIS tools, engineering standards, and industry best practices to develop accurate network designs, maintain data integrity, and collaborate with field and operational teams to support efficient network deployment. Depending on level, you may support or independently lead complex design projects, provide technical guidance, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or technical certificate in GIS Technologies, Geographic Information Systems, Engineering Technology, Telecommunications, or a related field.
Skilled in using Esri and ArcGIS software solutions and applications.
Working knowledge of GNSS data collection, GIS principles and methodologies.
3 years of experience in designing coaxial and/or fiber access network (for Access Network Designer I).
Access I requirements met or equivalent experience (for Access Network Designer II).
5 years of experience in designing coaxial and/or fiber access network (for Access Network Designer II).

Responsibilities

Design and draft access networks throughout the Midco footprint in new or existing systems while utilizing industry and company standards.
Support all types of FTTP and coax network designs including greenfield, extensions, as-builts, node splits, and upgrades.
Draft structure network and maintain data integrity within the dataset.
Interpret redline drawings and information from field personnel.
Collaborate with other designers and field staff.
Edit, manipulate, and maintain geographic data using GIS software.
Maintain computer database records for data files and GIS layer information.
Support new services and technologies through design.
Generate presentation quality maps using GIS software.
Perform quality assurance to ensure design and drafting standards are being maintained.
Maintain documentation showing design and drafting standards.
Train and educate other Midco team member on coax design principles and techniques.
Model Midco's mission, vision, values, ethos, and Leadership Success Drivers, and inspire others to do the same.
Ensure customer privacy by adhering to Midco's privacy guidelines while actively following Midco policies and procedures.
Maintain reliable and predictable attendance as required by the position.
Perform other duties as assigned