Telecommunications Design Manager

CEI; Arkansas; On-site; USD 175,363,000 - 237,256,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Job summary

CEI is seeking an Telecommunications Outside Plant (OSP) Design Engineer to design fiber optic and microwave networks for critical utility services. The role includes permitting coordination, rights-of-way, and resiliency planning for SCADA and control centers, with emphasis on accurate design packages and project execution.

The candidate should have experience in OSP design, equipment from Cisco/Nokia/Scinea, and proficiency in CAD/GIS tools, with a bachelor’s degree in a related engineering

Qualifications

• Fiber Outside Plant (OSP) design and build experience.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco, Nokia, and Scinea equipment.
• Fiber optic systems design for aerial (OPGW/ADSS) and underground routes.
• Microwave RF engineering: link design, path surveys, LOS, coordination.
• Transport & networking: MPLS, Carrier Ethernet, IP basics, SONET/SDH.
• GIS & mapping with ESRI ArcGIS or GE Smallworld.
• CAD proficiency: AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• Inventory/OSS tools: ConnectMaster or similar.
• Proficiency in Office, Visio, Teams.
• Knowledge of NESC, NEC, Telcordia/Bellcore, IEEE, NERC.

Responsibilities

• Fiber Optic & Microwave network design for substations and control centers.
• Oversee permitting, rights-of-way, and resiliency planning for mission-critical systems.
• Design point-to-point microwave links; determine towers, antennas, FCC studies.
• Site/Facility/Power integration: shelters, towers, cabinets; power solutions.
• Ensure grounding, surge protection, security at telecom sites.
• Produce complete engineering design packages: drawings, BOMs, route maps.
• Manage schedules, coordinate cutovers, write MOPs.

Skills

OSP design

Cisco/Nokia/Scinea equipment

Fiber optic route design

Microwave RF engineering

Transport & IP networking

GIS & mapping

CAD software (AutoCAD/MicroStation)

OSS/Inventory tools

MS Office/Visio/Teams

Industry standards (NESC/NEC/IEEE/NERC

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics/Telecommunications Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

ConnectMaster

ArcGIS

GE Smallworld

Cisco/Nokia equipment knowledge

Job description

Job Description

Telecommunications Outside Plant (OSP) Design Engineer

Location:In-office (not remote) Potentially hybrid later (3 days a week in-office).
Contract:W2 only
Pay:$ 72/hour + optional medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match

Overview

Position involves designing fiber optic and microwave networks for utility services, including substation and control center connectivity. The role requires overseeing permitting, rights-of-way, and network resiliency planning for mission-critical systems such as SCADA and protective relaying. Candidates will develop comprehensive engineering design packages and support project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Fiber Optic & Microwave Network Design: Plan aerial and underground fiber routes connecting substations, generation plants, and control centers. Oversee permitting, rights-of-way, and network resiliency planning for mission-critical utility services (SCADA, protective relaying).
• Design point-to-point microwave radio links, determine tower heights, select antennas, and manage FCC licensing/interference studies.
• Site, Facility & Power Integration Design: Design telecom facilities, including communication shelters, towers, poles, cabinets, and associated civil/site work. Integrate reliable power solutions including AC feeds, DC power plants, battery backups, and standby generators.
• Ensure proper grounding, surge protection, and physical security compliance at all utility communication sites.
• Project Planning & Execution Support: Develop project scopes, cost estimates, and comprehensive engineering design packages (drawings, splice diagrams, bills-of-materials). Produce route maps, floorplans, and site diagrams using CAD and GIS software.
• Manage implementation schedules, coordinate network cutovers, secure outage clearances, and write methods-of-procedure (MOPs).

Required Skills

• Fiber Outside Plant (OSP) design and build experience.
• Hands-on experience with equipment from Cisco, Nokia, and Scinea.
• Fiber Optic Systems: Aerial (OPGW, ADSS) and underground route design, cable selection, splicing, and termination.
• Microwave & RF Engineering: Point-to-point link design, path surveys, line-of-sight analysis, frequency coordination, and link budgets.
• Transport & Networking: Packet-based networks (MPLS, Carrier Ethernet), traditional TDM systems (SONET/SDH, DCS, channel banks), and IP networking fundamentals.
• GIS & Mapping: ESRI ArcGIS or GE Smallworld.
• CAD Software: AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• Inventory & OSS: ConnectMaster or similar network documentation tools.
• Productivity Tools: Microsoft Office Suite, Visio, and Teams.
• Industry Standards & Regulations: NESC, NEC, Telcordia/Bellcore, IEEE, and NERC reliability standards.

Required Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Telecommunications Engineering (or equivalent work experience with relevant technical certifications).

Preferred Skills

(No additional skills specified in the provided data.)

Why Should I Apply?

This role offers the opportunity to work on mission-critical utility network projects with a focus on fiber and microwave design, supporting essential infrastructure. Candidates will contribute to resilient and reliable communication systems in a dynamic environment.

About CEI

As a trusted technology partner, CEI delivers solutions that help our customers transform their business and achieve meaningful results. From strategy and custom application development through application management - our technology and digital experience services are tailored to meet each unique need of our customers. Our staffing solutions bring specialized skills to complement our customers' workforce and project requirements.

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