CAD Designer - Telecommunications

Apex Talent Group LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Talent Group LLC is seeking an experienced CAD Designer to support fiber optic and telecommunications projects across the New York/New Jersey metro area. You will draft and document OSP and ISP infrastructure, prepare cable plans, and ensure designs meet requirements for construction and permitting.

The role involves collaborating with clients, engineers, and field crews, traveling to site locations as needed, and maintaining accurate project records and drawings for distribution and

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as a CAD Designer in a fiber optic or telecom engineering environment.
• College degree preferred; hands-on experience may substitute for a degree.
• Experience with NYC ECS systems preferred.
• Experience with CATV providers such as Comcast or Altice preferred.
• Proficiency with CAD software, surveying tools, and GIS applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop cable plans, construction drawings, and project proposals using CAD.
• Design aerial, underground, and manhole cable runs.
• Map cable routes, splice locations, and pathways.
• Verify continuity for aerial and underground systems.
• Collaborate with clients, engineers, and field personnel.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent working

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Surveying tools

Job description

Salary Range: $60,000-70,000

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced CAD Designer to support fiber optic and telecommunications

projects throughout the New York/New Jersey Metro Area. The ideal candidate will have strong

CAD drafting skills and experience designing and documenting Outside Plant (OSP) and Inside

Plant (ISP) telecommunications infrastructure.

In this role, you will prepare cable plans, construction drawings, and project proposals for

customers and construction crews. You will work with aerial, underground, manhole, building-

riser, and fiber optic cable systems while ensuring designs are accurate, constructible, and

aligned with applicable requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop cable plans, construction drawings, and project proposals using the latest version of CAD software.
• Design and document new and existing aerial, underground, and manhole cable runs from carrier facilities to customer locations.
• Design and review Inside Plant (ISP) cable routes through building risers and other interior pathways.
• Map cable routes, splice locations, pathways, and related telecommunications infrastructure.
• Verify continuity for aerial and underground systems associated with new construction.
• Conduct field surveys and assist with engineering construction plans for fiber optic cabling in both ISP and OSP applications.
• Perform aerial and underground make-ready surveys.
• Support outside plant route selection, verification, and documentation.
• Prepare drawings and documentation required to support construction permitting.
• Review existing designs and update drawings based on field conditions and project requirements.
• Collaborate with clients, engineers, construction crews, field personnel, and internal project teams.
• Maintain accurate records of survey findings, project designs, construction details, and implementation information.
• Prepare comprehensive project reports and documentation for clients and internal teams.
• Ensure drawings and project documentation are organised, accurate, and suitable for distribution and construction use.

Required CAD Skills

Candidates must be proficient in basic CAD drafting and understand the fundamental tools and

functions available in AutoCAD or comparable CAD software, including:

including:

• Basic drafting and drawing techniques.
• Trim, Extend, Hatch, Split, Sketch, and other fundamental CAD tools.
• Understanding and use of viewports in Paper Space.
• Reading and creating basic floor plans.
• Reading and creating basic sections and riser details.
• Publishing DWG drawings to PDF.
• Using Overkill and Purge to optimise drawings and reduce file sizes for sharing.
• Converting PDF files to DWG.
• Understanding that project drawings may not be prepared to scale and accurately interpreting project-specific drawing requirements.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as a CAD Designer in a fiber optic, CATV, telecommunications, or related engineering environment.
• College degree preferred; relevant hands-on industry experience may be substituted for a degree.
• Experience preparing drawings for construction permits preferred.
• Experience with NYC ECS systems preferred.
• Experience working with CATV providers such as Comcast and Altice strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with CAD software, surveying tools, and GIS applications.
• Knowledge of fiber optic telecommunications infrastructure and OSP/ISP design practices.
• Familiarity with telecommunications regulatory requirements and permitting processes.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, floor plans, riser diagrams, and telecommunications drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate project documentation.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with engineering, construction, and client teams.

Field Travel

Must be willing to travel to customer sites throughout Northern New Jersey and New York City as required.

Travel expenses will be covered by the company.

Field responsibilities may include:

• Underground make-ready surveys.
• OSP route selection and verification.
• Field verification of existing cable infrastructure.
• Documentation of cable routes, splice points, riser, manholes, and other telecommunications facilities.
• Collection of field information necessary to develop accurate CAD and construction drawings.

Documentation & Reporting

The CAD Designer will be responsible for maintaining clear and accurate project documentation,

including:

• Survey findings and field observations.
• OSP and ISP route information.
• Cable and splice locations.
• Construction and engineering drawings.
• Permit-related drawings and documentation.
• Project design updates and revisions.
• Implementation and construction details.
• Client and internal project reports.

Preferred Experience

Candidates with experience in the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply:

• CATV and fiber optic network design.
• Comcast or Altice projects.
• NYC telecommunications construction and permitting.
• NYC ECS systems.
• Aerial and underground telecommunications construction.
• Fiber optic OSP/ISP engineering.
• Make-ready engineering and surveys.
• GIS-based telecommunications mapping.
• Construction plan and permit drawing preparation.