CAD Designer

About the role

We are seeking a skilled CAD Designer – Fiber / Telecommunications (OSP ISP) to join our client’s team. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on experience in telecommunications, specifically in fiber-optic design for both Inside Plant (ISP) and Outside Plant (OSP) environments. The CAD Designer – Fiber / Telecommunications (OSP ISP) will work remotely, with occasional travel to job sites in NJ/NYC for surveys. Additionally, there is a requirement for an onsite training period after starting.

Responsibilities

• Develop CAD drawings for fiber-optic ISP/OSP projects, including construction plans, as-builts, and permit packages.
• Draft and review cable routing for aerial, underground, conduit, manhole, and riser pathways.
• Map splice points, cable routing, and continuity paths.
• Convert field survey data, including photos, notes, and measurements, into precise CAD drawings.
• Embed images, create viewports, and publish DWG-to-PDF.
• Convert PDFs to DWG and prepare non-scale drawings as necessary.
• Conduct or support make-ready surveys and on-site route verifications.
• Ensure compliance with telecom regulations, permitting requirements, and CATV standards.
• Maintain documentation, survey reports, and drawing packages for internal and client use.
• Clean and optimize CAD files (Overkill/Purge) for sharing.

Required Skills & Experience

• 3–5 years of CAD design experience in telecom, fiber, or CATV (OSP/ISP).
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD, including extend, trim, hatch, splits, and sketch tools.
• Ability to read and draw floor plans, riser diagrams, and cable routing.
• Experience with aerial and underground fiber design.
• Knowledge of the NYC ECS system is preferred.
• Experience collaborating with Comcast, Altice, or similar CATV providers is preferred.
• Willingness to travel locally to sites in Northern NJ and NYC, with expenses reimbursed.
• Familiarity with telecom permitting processes and GIS/drafting practices.

Education

A college degree is preferred, or equivalent hands-on telecom CAD experience is acceptable.