Fiber Optic Network Designer (OSP/ISP) & GIS

Summit Line Construction, Inc.; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with immediate matching

Comprehensive benefits package (M ed/​

Medical, Dental, Vision

PPO/HDHP/HSA/FSA options

Short term and long term disability

Employee discounts

Job summary

Aspen Utility Company, a Quanta Services, Inc. company, designs fiber optic and telecommunications networks for OSP and ISP projects, collaborating with engineers, municipalities, and construction teams to deliver compliant, cost-efficient designs.

The designer develops route plans, BOMs, and construction drawings, applies GIS/CAD tools, and supports permitting and field surveys to ensure project success.

Qualifications

• Knowledge in Telecommunications, GIS, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in telecommunications or fiber optic network design.
• Experience with OSP fiber design and telecommunications infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, MicroStation, ArcGIS, QGIS, IQGeo, SpatialNet, O-Calc, or similar design tools.
• Strong understanding of fiber optic network architecture and design principles.
• Knowledge of telecommunications construction methods and industry standards.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, utility maps, and construction documents.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Design fiber optic network infrastructure, including backbone, distribution, feeder, and last-mile networks.
• Develop detailed OSP and ISP fiber optic designs, route plans, splice schematics, and construction drawings.
• Perform network capacity planning, cable routing, fiber assignments, and splice planning.
• Read and understand permit drawings and support permit acquisition processes.
• Read and understand field surveys and analyze existing infrastructure for network expansion projects.
• Utilize GIS, CAD, and telecommunications design software to prepare engineering plans and documentation.
• Develop BOM, cost estimates, and construction work packages.
• Coordinate with utility owners and customers.
• Ensure designs comply with customer standards, industry regulations, and company procedures.
• Support construction teams during project execution and provide design clarifications when necessary.
• Review as-built documentation and update network records.
• Participate in quality control reviews and design audits.
• Assist in network optimization and future capacity planning initiatives.

Skills

Fiber optic design

OSP/ISP engineering

GIS drafting

CAD drafting

Splice planning

Route analysis

Documentation

Project coordination

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

ArcGIS

QGIS

IQGeo

SpatialNet

O-Calc

Job description

Aspen Utility Company, a Quanta Services, Inc. company, designs fiber optic and telecommunications networks for OSP and ISP projects, collaborating with engineers, municipalities, and construction teams to deliver compliant, cost-efficient designs.

The designer develops route plans, BOMs, and construction drawings, applies GIS/CAD tools, and supports permitting and field surveys to ensure project success.