Senior Remote Fibre Optic Network Architect

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 2,001,000 - 3,001,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Fibre Optic Network Designer to join their rapidly expanding team, working remotely. This role focuses on planning and engineering high-capacity fibre optic networks to serve a growing customer base, with end-to-end design responsibilities and cost-efficient outcomes.

You will collaborate with project managers, field engineers, and stakeholders across locations, using AutoCAD and GIS tools to produce layouts, conduct site surveys, ensure standards

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in fibre optic network design.
• Expertise in PON, GPON, DWDM, CWDM architectures.
• Proficient with fibre optic CAD and GIS-based design tools.
• Experience with GIS for network mapping.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed designs for fibre optic networks, including FTTx, backbone, and access networks.
• Create comprehensive network plans, including route mapping, splice diagrams, and BOM.
• Utilize AutoCAD and GIS tools to produce accurate network layouts and documentation.
• Conduct site surveys and feasibility studies to assess deployment requirements.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards, regulations and best practices.
• Collaborate with project teams to optimize designs for performance and cost efficiency.
• Review and approve designs created by junior engineers and external vendors.
• Provide technical guidance and support throughout deployment lifecycle.
• Stay updated on trends in fibre optic networking.
• Manage design timelines and deliverables with project management.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Telecommunications

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS tools

Fibre design software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Fibre Optic Network Designer to join their rapidly expanding team, working remotely. This role focuses on planning and engineering high-capacity fibre optic networks to serve a growing customer base, with end-to-end design responsibilities and cost-efficient outcomes.

You will collaborate with project managers, field engineers, and stakeholders across locations, using AutoCAD and GIS tools to produce layouts, conduct site surveys, ensure standards