SENIOR TELECOMMUNICATIONS OSP DESIGNER
Design Excellence - Building the Networks that Connect Communities!
Why this Role
Ready to lead innovative design projects in telecommunications? Join Encepta's dynamic team and help build the networks that connect communities across Canada!
We’re seeking a Senior Telecommunications OSP Designer to join our growing design team and support complex outside plant infrastructure projects across Western Canada.
Join our team to create the infrastructure that powers connectivity nationwide. As a Telecommunications Designer, you'll be responsible for drafting and designing telecommunications infrastructure, including civil, cable, and pole line design for fibre networks.
You'll work independently on multiple design types, tackling complex design challenges while collaborating with team members and external stakeholders. If you're detail-oriented, technically proficient, and passionate about telecommunications design and structural analysis, we invite you to join our innovative team in building the networks of tomorrow!
What You’ll Be Responsible For
Reporting to the Manager, Operations, you will be responsible for creating and managing telecommunications OSP design projects from intake through to construction-ready outputs.
Collaborating closely with Project Managers, technical field staff, drafters, engineers, and municipal partners, your responsibilities will include:
- Design & Drafting: Create outside plant telecommunications designs including civil, cable, and pole line designs for fibre networks (GPON/FTTP), copper, coax cable, HFC systems. Perform 2-D CAD drafting and conduct site visits for measurements and documentation.
- Project Management: Handle projects from start to finish, including planning, status monitoring, addressing issues, and ensuring successful outcomes. Coordinate effectively with team members and external stakeholders.
- Technical Leadership: Assist and train junior designers, participate in research and development projects, and perform quality assurance reviews when needed. Demonstrate a willingness to both be mentored and mentor others as the team grows.
- Standards & Quality: Apply industry specifications and standards correctly while upholding training, operating, and health and safety procedures. Maintain high-quality design outputs across all projects, and confidently defend design decisions with stakeholders while balancing technical, operational, and customer considerations.
What Success Looks Like
In this role, success means being able to step into complex design work with confidence and independence. Within your first 12–18 months, you'll be:
- Managing multiple telecommunications design projects while meeting timeline and budget requirements
- Performing Professional Line/Pole Line Assignments (PLA) with confidence and accuracy
- Building strong relationships with clients, municipalities, and other stakeholders
- Identifying and implementing process improvements for greater efficiency
- Leading and mentoring junior team members in design work
- Adapting to changing project requirements while maintaining quality standards
- Creating comprehensive documentation and maintaining project metrics
- Expanding your expertise across multiple design areas including GPON, FTTx, civil works, and pole line design
What We're Looking For
- Education: University/College/Technical School Graduate or equivalent combination of experience and training. Professional designations like P.L., PTech, AScT, CET, CTech, or EIT are considered for advancement.
- Experience: 5+ years of experience in drafting and designing work for civil, utility, or telecom-related projects.
- Technical Proficiency: Proficient in AutoCAD and Spatial Net. Intermediate understanding of OSP design methods including GPON, FTTx, Building Entrances, MDU, Civil, Copper, Pole Lines, and Feeder Fibre.
- Cross-functional Skills: Ability to perform work in at least two design areas or mastery of commonly used design work types. Comfortable taking on new and innovative types of design work outside of one’s comfort zone.
- Industry Knowledge: Intermediate understanding and application of industry specifications and standards.
- Quality Focus: Careful attention to detail with ability to QA personal work and others' work as needed.
- Software Skills: Proficient in Google Suite or equivalent Microsoft applications.
- Communication & Confidence: Strong interpersonal skills with a customer service-oriented approach. Able to clearly articulate and stand behind design decisions with confidence while remaining open to constructive feedback.
- Adaptability & Growth: Ability to learn quickly and adapt to evolving technologies, methods, and client requirements.
What's In It for YOU?
We know that when you grow, we grow. That’s why we offer more than just a job, we offer a launchpad for your career:
- Real impact: help expand critical infrastructure that connects communities across Canada
- Career growth: opportunity to advance your skills and develop into senior roles within project coordination or technical expertise
- Hybrid work model: flexibility to work remotely, in-office, and on-site as needed
- Competitive compensation: including performance incentives
- Comprehensive benefits: extended health benefits (dental & HSA), RRSP matching, cellphone allowance, learning budget, and wellness support
- Learning support: access to certifications, training, and a team that invests in your development
- Collaborative, inclusive culture: we value your voice, your safety, and your contribution
Employment Type: 1-year contract; possible extension.
About Encepta
Encepta is a fast-growing Canadian company offering infrastructure planning, design, and data collection services for telecommunications, utilities, and municipalities. We use innovative tools and processes to help clients build better networks. Our team is committed to quality, safety, and making a positive impact on the communities we serve.
How to Apply
If this role sounds like the right next step for you, just hit the apply button NOW or reach out to connect. Let’s build the future of connectivity together!
Encepta is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of their identification with any of the protected groups within the Human Rights Code. Encepta is committed to strengthening the diversity and inclusion on our teams through hiring individuals within the BIPOC communities and making informed business decisions guided by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada.
