CAD Designer I – Telecommunications

Telamon•Raleigh, NC

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

Telamon is hiring a CAD Designer I to prepare construction drawings and design documents for telecommunications sites, including towers, buildings, and water tanks. The role uses AutoCAD and related design tools to produce drawing packages for new site development and site modification projects, applying established drafting standards, client requirements, and jurisdictional criteria. Working under close to general supervision, the designer supports projects through drawing preparation and revisions, redlines, field documentation, and coordination with internal teams and technical stakeholders. The position is based at 1201 Edwards Mill Road, Suite 410, Raleigh, NC 27607, with a hybrid schedule: three days in the office on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, and two remote days on Tuesday and Friday. Less than 10% travel may be required. There are no direct reports. The role is classified as non-hourly exempt. Telamon describes itself as a connectivity integration, implementation, and distribution solutions provider founded in 1985. It is a minority-owned company headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, with locations in North America, Europe, and Asia. The company expects employees to explore and apply AI and digital tools to improve productivity, decision-making, and performance. Telamon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and states that it makes employment decisions in a nondiscriminatory manner.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of equipment, compound, electrical, ground, tower, and structural aspects of telecommunications sites.
Basic proficiency with CAD software such as AutoCAD or MicroStation and familiarity with other design tools.
Proficiency with AutoCAD functions, including paper space/model space, scaled viewports, blocks, text fields, dynamic blocks, libraries, and templates.
Technical proficiency with typical office systems, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams), and project management software.
Ability to review technical and non-technical aspects of field work.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate with internal and external customers in a team environment.
Basic mathematics skills and basic spatial reasoning abilities.
Ability to set priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to multitask efficiently and work on several projects simultaneously.
Ability to sketch site layouts and surrounding areas, read drawings, and take measurements.
Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.
Ability to communicate information effectively and read, understand, and interpret construction and architectural drawings.
Ability to sit or stand for long periods, move around the office, operate a computer and required programs, and occasionally move office supplies weighing up to 10 pounds.
Ability to perform occasional field work that may involve fluctuating weather conditions, open locks and gates or doors, and ascend a ladder to obtain measurements or pictures.

Nice To Haves

0–2 years of experience in telecommunications A&E design, preferred; alternatively, 0–4 years of CAD design experience.
Associate’s degree involving drafting and architecture/engineering, preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare detailed construction drawings, lease exhibits, site sketches, and other professional drawings for telecommunications sites using AutoCAD.
Translate field notes, architectural plans, customer requirements, engineering sketches, and other designs into accurate drawings.
Review and apply local, state, and federal codes and regulations.
Assess, organize, and maintain site- or project-specific data needed to prepare drawings.
Revise construction drawings in response to customer, jurisdictional, and internal redlines.
Collaborate with structural, electrical, and civil engineers, equipment manufacturers, and customers to verify design requirements can be met.
Maintain familiarity with client requirements and adapt to client preferences.
Maintain accurate project status tracking for project management reporting.
Attend internal team meetings and provide or receive project and departmental updates.
Conduct site visits as needed to document field conditions for new sites and site modification projects.
Support the development of and adherence to standard operating procedures and CAD standards.
Follow established processes, identify inefficiencies or issues, and contribute to solutions that improve safety, quality, and productivity.
Use available tools and technologies, including AI-enabled solutions where appropriate, to improve efficiency and streamline work.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Health savings account with company match and dependent care flexible spending account.
Life and disability coverage, voluntary plans, legal/ID protection, pet insurance, and employee assistance program.
401(k) with company match.
Annual bonus based on company performance and referral bonuses.
Discounts and phone allowance.
Flexible PTO for salaried roles; hourly roles start with 15 days of PTO including two floating holidays.
Paid holidays and floating holidays.
Parental leave and bereavement leave.
Hybrid and remote work options.
Tuition reimbursement, annual professional development grants, online learning resources, leadership programs, and internal growth opportunities.
Recognition programs, scholarships and educational stipends for children, company-paid sabbaticals, and company outings with access to local events.
Benefits eligibility may depend on employment status, tenure, location, or other factors.