Telecommunications CAD Drafter

Overview

The Design Engineer/Telecom Drafter specializes in fiber network and transport systems and brings over three years of telecommunications experience. This role focuses heavily on drafting and documentation, supporting both Inside Plant (ISP) and light Outside Plant (OSP) design activities. The position requires strong technical proficiency, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with design teams and field engineers.

• Plan, design, and document OSP/ISP fiber networks.
• Develop and update drafting materials in AutoCAD, including installation plans, decommissioning plans, rack elevations, and related documentation.
• Integrate advanced transport technologies such as SONET and DWDM into network designs.
• Create splicing schematics, network architecture diagrams, and utility communication layouts.
• Ensure all designs comply with permitting requirements, industry standards, and client specifications.
• Collaborate with designers and field engineers to incorporate field data and updates into design packages.
• Maintain accurate AsBuilt records and ensure documentation aligns with project and client standards.

• 3-5+ years of telecommunications design experience, particularly in support of drafting teams.
• Ability to produce detailed technical documentation, including network maps, splicing diagrams, and AsBuilt records.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and GIS platforms.

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Relevant certifications are desirable, including: BICSI, RCDD, OSHA 10, AutoCAD Civil 3D, CCNA, DWDM/SONET OEM training, AutoCAD Professional, GIS Fundamentals.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills; able to support partners and fill gaps as needed.
• Self-sufficient with the ability to work independently while contributing effectively to team efforts.

This is a Contract position based out of Washington D.C., DC.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $50.00/hr eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 30, 2026.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.