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Job Title: Design Specialist – FTTx / OSP Engineering
Position Overvie
- wWe are seeking a skilled FTTx / OSP Design Specialist to create comprehensive fiber-to-the-premisesnetwork designs for telecommunications infrastructure. This role includes end-to-end network design from the central office to the customer premise, covering feeder routes, distribution networks, splice planning, and civil infrastructure layouts. The specialist will be responsible for generating accurate, compliant, and scalable networkdesigns aligned withclient and engineering standards
.
Key Responsibiliti
esNetwork Planning s Architecture Design — P408 Fiber Distribution Planni
- ngDesign fiber distribution plans from FDH (Fiber Distribution Hub) to entire FSA coverage area
- s.Place centralized MPT (Multi-Port Terminals) and splice locations strategically throughout service area
- s.Calculate meterage for existing underground duct infrastructure (MH to MH
- ).Assess rod and rope requirements for existing conduit capacit
- y.Produce P408 design drawings in CAD and PDF formats for review and approva
l.FDH Site Selection s Placeme
- ntAnalyze feeder routes and FSA requirements to determine optimal FDH placemen
- t.Evaluate and propose three suitable FDH locations for client revie
- w.Prepare and submit FDH placement proposals for approva
- l.Produce finalized FDH placement designs post-approva
- l.Deliver complete FDH drawings in DWG and PDF format
s.Feeder Fiber Route Desi
- gnDesign fiber feeder routes from CO/meet-me points to proposed FDH site
- s.Utilize existing fiber-supporting infrastructure for optimal routin
- g.Identify and mark splice locations along feeder path
- s.Produce detailed feeder fiber route drawings in DWG and PDF format
s.Pre-Construction Designs Planning — Pre-Design CablingAnalys
- isMap aerial and underground routes for fiber deploymen
- t.Verify existing utilities using SNET and copper network dat
- a.Establish MPT boundaries to segment service areas effectivel
- y.Strategically place splice points to define preliminary fiber count
- s.Plan and provision fiber counts across FSA boundarie
- s.Verify accuracy and placement of aerial drop
- s.Ensure proper fiber cable placement for performance, accessibility, and future scalabilit
y.
Educational Qualificat
- ionDiploma or Bachelor’s degreein Electronics s Communication Engineering, Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geoinformatics, ComputerScience, or relatedfie
- ld.Certifications in FTTx Design, OSP Engineering, AutoCAD, GIS, or fiber planning tools (preferred, not mandator
y).
Experi
- ence3 to 10 years of experience in FTTx/OSP network design, fiber planning, or telecom infrastructure des
- ign.Hands-on experience preparing P408, feeder, and distribution fiber designs in CAD/GIS environme
- nts.Experience working with utility datasets, fiber planning tools, and telecom network engineering standa
- rds.Prior experience in FDH placement, FSA planning, and pre-construction fiber analysis is a strong advant
age.
Required Skills s Qualifica
- tionsStrong understanding of FTTx/OSP engineering concepts, fiber routing, duct/utility infrastructure, and network architec
- ture.Proficiency in CAD (AutoCAD/MicroStation), GIS tools, and OSP design platf
- orms.Knowledge of FDH, MPT, splice planning, and P408 design stand
- ards.Ability to analyze field conditions, utilities, and existing infrastructure for accurate designdecis
- ions.High attention to detail with strong analytical and documentation sk
- ills.Effective communication and collaboration skills to work with engineering, field teams, and cli
ents.
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