Remote Fiber Network Architect: Design & Optimize Routes

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Fiber Network Design Engineer to join a fully remote team. The role focuses on planning, design, and optimization of fiber optic networks to support current and future telecommunications needs, with work allowed from Upington or other remote locations.

You will design routes, perform feasibility studies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure scalable, reliable, and cost-effective networks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in fiber optic network design.
• Proficiency with fiber tech (PON, GPON, DWDM, FTTx).
• Experience with AutoCAD/ArcGIS/OSP-TD.
• Knowledge of OSP construction methods and permitting.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer fiber routes including access, metro, and long-haul networks.
• Create detailed network designs: conduit routes, splice points, equipment placement.
• Use AutoCAD/ArcGIS/OSP-TD to produce design plans.
• Conduct site feasibility studies and gather data for design.
• Ensure designs comply with standards and company practices.
• Collaborate with construction and project teams to meet timelines.
• Estimate materials, labor, and equipment costs.
• Maintain design documentation and asset records.

Skills

Fiber network design

Fiber tech knowledge

Autodesk AutoCAD

ArcGIS GIS

OSP construction knowledge

Education

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

Tools

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

OSP-TD

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Fiber Network Design Engineer to join a fully remote team. The role focuses on planning, design, and optimization of fiber optic networks to support current and future telecommunications needs, with work allowed from Upington or other remote locations.

You will design routes, perform feasibility studies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure scalable, reliable, and cost-effective networks.