Fiber Designer

Insight Global; Illinois; On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA, FSA, DCFSA account options

401k retirement account access with employer matching

Paid sick leave and other paid time off

Job summary

A telecom engineering firm is seeking an experienced OSP/Fiber Designer to produce detailed fiber designs and support engineering projects. The role involves using software tools to develop splicing designs and drafting with AutoCAD. The ideal candidate has over a year of fiber design experience and a keen attention to detail. This position offers an excellent opportunity for growth in a dynamic technical environment with competitive compensation ranging from $30 to $40 per hour.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience with fiber design or OSP design.
• Experience with fiber splicing design using software like Vetro, 3GIS, IQGIO, or QGIS.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD for drafting.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-accuracy OSP fiber designs.
• Develop fiber splicing designs using various platforms.
• Draft and update engineering drawings using AutoCAD.

Skills

Fiber design experience

OSP design experience

AutoCAD proficiency

Fiber splicing design software

Education

Design/Drafting Degree or certificate

Tools

AutoCAD

Vetro

3GIS

IQGIO

QGIS

Job description

Overview

A client of Insight Global is seeking an experienced OSP/Fiber Designer to join our Telecom Engineering team. This is a heads‑down, design‑focused role requiring someone who can step in with minimal training and immediately contribute to high‑quality fiber and OSP design work. You will support utility engineering projects across diverse fiber networks, focusing on splicing design, OSP layout, and accurate drafting using modern industry tools. This is an excellent opportunity for a designer who thrives in a technical environment, enjoys detail‑oriented work, and wants to accelerate their career in telecom engineering.

Responsibilities

• Produce high‑accuracy OSP (Outside Plant) fiber designs, including fiber routing, splicing diagrams, and construction documents.
• Develop fiber splicing designs using platforms such as Vetro, 3GIS, IQGIO, or QGIS.
• Draft and update engineering drawings using AutoCAD for permitting, construction, and field installation.
• Interpret construction standards, OSP specifications, and engineering requirements to ensure compliant designs.
• Collaborate with internal engineering staff to support design revisions, updates, and project coordination.
• Maintain organized design files, version control, and documentation consistency across projects.
• Operate efficiently in a fast‑paced engineering environment with minimal oversight.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience with fiber design/OSP design
• Experience with fiber splicing design using any of the following software: Vetro, 3GIS, IQGIO, QGIS
• Proficient in AutoCAD

Nice to Have

• Design/Drafting Degree or certificate

Compensation

$30/hr to $40/hr

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Benefits

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.