Fiber Optic Network Designer

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Relocation assistance

Team events

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane, Limpopo, seeks a Fiber Optic Network Designer to plan and design high-performance fiber layouts. The role combines on-site collaboration with remote project management to expand our client’s fiber infrastructure.

You will use AutoCAD and GIS tools, perform capacity planning, ensure compliance with standards, and coordinate with field teams. A Civil/Electrical/Telecom engineering degree and at least four years of design experience are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level engineering degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 4 years in fiber optic network design.
• Proficiency with CAD and GIS tools (AutoCAD, QGIS).
• Strong understanding of optical fiber, cables, splicing, connectors.

Responsibilities

• Design fiber optic network layouts including route selection and splice points.
• Use CAD and GIS to create detailed diagrams and documentation.
• Plan capacity and forecast for future growth.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards and codes.
• Collaborate with field operations, PMs and external stakeholders.
• Conduct site surveys and feasibility studies for new deployments.
• Analyze existing fiber infrastructure for upgrades or reconfigurations.
• Estimate materials and labor costs for projects.
• Troubleshoot design-related issues during construction and activation.

Skills

Fiber optics

AutoCAD

QGIS

Spatial reasoning

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Telecommunications)

Tools

AutoCAD

QGIS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading telecommunications infrastructure developer located in **Polokwane, Limpopo**, is actively seeking a skilled Fiber Optic Network Designer. This role is fundamental in planning and designing high-performance fiber optic networks that form the backbone of modern communication systems. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in optical network design principles, relevant software tools, and a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in expanding fiber networks. This position utilizes a hybrid work model, allowing for collaborative on-site work sessions and remote project management. You will play a key role in the expansion and optimization of our client's fiber infrastructure across **Polokwane** and the wider **Limpopo** province, ensuring robust and scalable solutions. This is a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to shape the future of connectivity in a rapidly developing region, working with a team dedicated to excellence and innovation in telecommunications.

Key Responsibilities

• Design fiber optic network layouts, including route selection, conduit placement, and splice point identification.
• Utilize CAD and GIS software to create detailed network diagrams and documentation.
• Perform network capacity planning and forecasting for future growth.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards, codes, and regulations.
• Collaborate with field operations teams, project managers, and external stakeholders to finalize designs.
• Conduct site surveys and feasibility studies for new network deployments.
• Analyze existing fiber infrastructure for potential upgrades or reconfigurations.
• Estimate material and labor costs for fiber network projects.
• Troubleshoot and resolve design-related issues during network construction and activation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Telecommunications) or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in fiber optic network design.
• Proficiency with design software such as AutoCAD, QGIS, or similar tools.
• Strong understanding of optical fiber principles, cable types, splicing, and connectors.
• Knowledge of outside plant (OSP) and inside plant (ISP) fiber construction methods.
• Familiarity with telecommunications standards and best practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and spatial reasoning skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Experience with project management principles is beneficial.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package and potential performance incentives.
• Hybrid work environment offering flexibility and in-person collaboration.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement plan.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training in fiber optics.
• Generous paid leave and holiday schedule.
• Contribute to significant infrastructure projects in **Limpopo**.
• Dynamic team environment within a leading **telecoms** company.
• Relocation assistance may be considered for exceptional candidates.
• Regular team events and company-sponsored activities.