System Designer

Colonial Group; Halifax; In loco; CAD 65.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Eastlink in Halifax, NS is seeking a System Designer to design and implement capital projects in the Outside Plant network. You will own design projects, develop schedules, and manage materials, tenders, and invoicing with contractors.

The role requires a technical degree, telecom outside plant experience, and strong proficiency in Office and CAD tools. Work is on-site in Halifax, with a focus on delivering reliable telecommunications infrastructure.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or tech program.
• 2 years telecom outside plant experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and AutoCAD or similar.
• Exposure to project management principles.
• Ability to work in a team and own responsibilities.

Mansioni

• The System Designer designs and implements capital projects in the Outside Plant network.
• Develop and track project schedules, complete coaxial and fiber designs, issue work to contractors, schedule construction.
• Prepare tenders, provide cost estimates, and handle contractor quotes and invoicing.
• Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with strong communication.

Conoscenze

Project management

MS Office

AutoCAD

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Telecommunications knowledge

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or Electronic Technologist/Technician program

Strumenti

AutoCAD or similar design programs

Descrizione del lavoro

Designated office:

Eastlink

6080 Young Street

Halifax, NS

This position is:

On-site - working all 5 days per week in the Office

Eastlink is a family owned, entrepreneurial and innovative company headquartered in Halifax, Nova Scotia. We take great pride in being a leader in delivering creative competitive, customer focused telecommunications solutions, and connecting our customers to the things and people that matter most. Serving a customer base across seven provinces, our advanced solutions include Internet, Mobile, TV, Telephone, Security and Automation, Data Communications, and exclusive locally produced programming on Eastlink Community TV.

We embrace diversity, inclusion, equity, and accessibility throughout all levels of the organization and encourage members of equity groups to self-identify during the application process.

Key responsibilities:

• The System Designer is responsible for the design and implementation of capital projects in the Outside Plant network.
• Taking ownership of design projects, the System Designer will develop and track project schedules, complete coaxial and fiber designs in accordance with establish standards, issue work to contractors, schedule construction, and order/monitor all materials associated with the project.
• The System Designer will also prepare and issue tenders, provide project cost estimates for budgeting, prepare capital expenditure approval documentation and will be responsible for handling matters pertaining to contractor quotes and invoicing ensuring accuracy.
• The successful candidate will be customer focused, have exceptional analytical and communication skills coupled with the skills sets to manage multiple projects effectively within a fast paced, deadline driven environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or completion of an Electronic Technologist/Technician program
• 2 years of previous work experience in telecom outside plant (Coax, copper, fiber) preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and AutoCAD or similar design programs
• Exposure to project management principals, previous project management experience an asset.
• Ability to anticipate, identify, solve and prevent problems Understanding of capital budgets.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment while taking ownership of individual responsibilities.
• Knowledge of the telecommunications industry an asset
• Participate in and support a positive work environment.

Why Choose Eastlink?

Eastlink operates in a culture of continuous improvement through listening, learning, and adapting, which enables us to respond quickly to the evolving needs of both employees and customers. We recognize that our truly greatest competitive edge is our people and that delivering a great customer experience begins with a great employee experience. Our philosophy of developing and training our team “on the ground” not only helps to create a strong onboarding experience but also readies employees for future growth opportunities within the organization.

Get your career started with us and stay with us, your journey begins here!