Telecom FTTH (Fiber) Designer

Olsson • St. Louis, MO

2d

About The Position

As an FTTH Designer, you will create fiber-to-the-home designs. The work includes sizing serving boundaries using GIS address data; analyzing, interpreting, and organizing large datasets; determining feeder and distribution routes and drops to premises using parcel, right-of-way, and easement documentation; and determining fiber allocations. You will review field staking sheets, as-builts, and field-collected data to identify optimal running lines and construction methods. You will also analyze aerial imagery and general maps for existing utilities or potential obstructions, and produce and review high-quality, constructible plan sets using GIS-based software.

Requirements

• Ability to read, interpret, and create maps and plan sets.
• Ability to edit and create PDF documents, with Bluebeam or Adobe skills.
• Associate degree, bachelor’s degree, or equivalent work experience.
• General knowledge of outside plant (OSP) construction methods and best practices.
• 3–6 years of FTTH design and/or OSP experience.
• General knowledge of FTTH and/or OSP networks.
• Knowledge of Google Earth KMZ files.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of AutoCAD-based software.
• Knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS software products.
• Knowledge of asset management platforms such as IQGEO, NetDesigner, or CrescentLink.

Responsibilities

• Create fiber-to-the-home designs.
• Size serving boundaries using GIS address data.
• Analyze, interpret, and organize large datasets.
• Determine feeder routes, distribution routes, and drops to premises using parcel, right-of-way, and easement documentation.
• Determine fiber allocations.
• Review field staking sheets, as-builts, and field-collected data to determine optimal running lines and construction methods.
• Analyze aerial imagery and general maps to identify existing utilities or potential obstructions.
• Produce and review high-quality, constructible plan sets using GIS-based software.

Benefits

• Competitive 401(k) match.
• Tailored career development paths.
• Possibility of flexible work arrangements.
• Wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles.
• Full-time employees receive health care, vision, dental, and paid time off.
• Opportunity to participate in a performance-based bonus system.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree