Fiber To The Home Outside Plant Design Engineer

7 days ago

Greater Ottawa Metropolitan Area, Canada Glass Utility Engineering Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Job Title:
 OSP Fiber Designer (QGIS & AutoCAD)

Company:
 Glass Utility Engineering

Location:
 Ottawa, Ontario

Employment Type:
 Full-Time

Department:
 Engineering / Design

Reports To:
 OSP Design Manager

Position Summary:

Glass Utility Engineering is seeking a detail-oriented OSP Fiber Designer
 to develop 
fiber distribution network designs
 using 
QGIS
 and 
AutoCAD
. The ideal candidate will produce accurate, constructible, and compliant designs that meet project standards and customer requirements.

The OSP Fiber Designer will be responsible for creating QGIS-based design layouts and drafting complete construction print packages 
in AutoCAD
, ensuring all deliverables meet client expectations and Glass Utility Engineering's quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop 
    fiber distribution designs
     in 
    QGIS
    , including conduit routes, handholes, pole line design, cable placement, splicing diagrams, and fiber drops.
  • Prepare 
    construction drawing packages
     in 
    AutoCAD
    , including DWG files and PDF prints.
  • Generate required 
    supporting documentation
    , including fiber count and material sheets.
  • Review and refine QGIS designs internally before drafting final prints.
  • Ensure all designs adhere to customer specifications, engineering standards, and local permitting requirements.
  • Interpret survey data, base maps, and GIS datasets to ensure design accuracy.
  • Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and field teams to resolve design conflicts or address redlines.
  • Perform 
    quality checks
     on all deliverables prior to submission.

Required Qualifications:

  • Education in 
    Engineering, GIS, Telecommunications
    , or related field — or equivalent work experience.
  • Minimum 
    2+ years of experience
     in 
    OSP fiber distribution design
    .
  • Proficiency with 
    QGIS
     for broadband network design and spatial data management.
  • Skilled in 
    AutoCAD
     for preparing construction drawings and permit packages.
  • Strong understanding of 
    fiber distribution network architecture
     (FTTH, PON, or similar).
  • Familiarity with 
    aerial and underground OSP construction practices
    .
  • Ability to interpret 
    utility maps, base maps, and right-of-way data
    .
  • Experience designing 
    fiber-to-the-home (FTTH)
     or 
    broadband expansion
     projects.
  • Experience with 
    GIS data formats
    , shapefile management, or database integration.
  • Excellent 
    attention to detail
    , 
    organization
    , 
    communication
    , and 
    collaboration
     skills.

What We Offer:

  • Opportunity to work with a fast-growing engineering firm shaping broadband infrastructure.
  • Collaborative and flexible work environment.
  • Career growth and continued technical training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00-$30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Discounted or free food
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Ottawa, ON K2E 8B7: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

  • OSP Fiber Design: 2 years (preferred)
  • Work Location: In person

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