Design Technician

AFL is a global leader in fiber optics, providing integrated solutions in engineering, construction, installation, and repair services for broadband networks. Known for its innovation, AFL began in 1984 with a single product and has grown into a billion-dollar company serving telecom, oil and gas, and utilities markets worldwide.

AFL is committed to environmental responsibility, employee well-being, and community engagement through grants, service projects, and sustainability initiatives. Backed by Fujikura Ltd., a $6 billion company with over 128 years of innovation, AFL offers a culture of collaboration, growth, and stability with operations across Canada, the U.S., Mexico, Europe, Asia, and Australia.

Join Our Team as a Design Technician at America Fujikura Limited (AFL)

Location: Calgary or Surrey

Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a leading company in the telecommunications industry? America Fujikura Limited (AFL) is on the hunt for Design Technician who is dynamic, innovative, detail orientated and excels at visualization and concepts to joinour Canadian Operations. This is your opportunity to make an impact while working with cutting-edge technology and offering essential services that keep our customers connected to the future.

Responsibilities

Review proposed civil work and ensure accuracy prior to permitting to avoid any unnecessary

re-work

Request fielding for areas in question
Ensure drawings are accurate, easy to read, polished and adhere to standards and

guidelines

Resolve issues with proposed builds including (but not limited to) creating and/or modifying

designs including fibre, civil and aerial plant

Visit work locations to assess plant
Regularly meet with stakeholders, both internal and external, to review plans
Communicate project requirements, designs, issues, status updates and deliverables with Quality

Assurance team, OMO Team and Construction .

Assist team members, both within the office and in the field, as required
Perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned

Personal Qualities

Flexible – open to change & new information and rapidly adapts to changing conditions or

unexpected obstacles

Detail oriented – excellent attention to detail with the ability to follow through on assigned

tasks

Independent - ability to work well under limited supervision
Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving - capable of complex reasoning analysis
Results focused – driven to achieve
Interpersonal skills – able to collaborate on projects, maintain effective relationships, and

communicate clearly at all levels of the business

Adaptability - capable of working in a fast-paced environment, adapt to various situations, and

prioritize multiple work assignments simultaneously

Team Player skills - Possess strong commitment to team environment dynamics with the ability to

contribute expertise and follow leadership directives at appropriate times

Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years' relevant experience ideally within Telecommunication Industry
Understanding of civil, fibre and aerial design
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint,Share Point , Adobe Acrobat)
Knowledge in Autodesk AutoCAD, Bentley MicroStation, Quick Ploe an asset

Education

Telecom Diploma is desirable
Electrical engineering

Working Conditions

Hybrid Office Shcedule
General hours of Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm.
Travel is required

Why AFL? AFL is a global leader in the telecommunications industry, providing cutting-edge network technology and solutions to customers around the world. At AFL, we're committed to diversity and inclusion, recognizing that our team members' unique contributions help us provide superior service and create better solutions. We provide best-in-class training to ensure you have everything you need to succeed and grow.

Additional Perks

Annual merit increases
Excellent training and professional development opportunities
A supportive and diverse team environment
Opportunity to work in a dynamic, rapidly changing industry.
RRSP matching plans
Health, dental, vision and health benefits
Employee Assistance Programs
Additional Perks:

Ready to Join Us? If you're passionate about design, being innovative, planning and utilizing design tools, we want to hear from you AFL offers you the chance to grow your career with a leader in the field while being part of a team that values innovation, safety, and continuous learning.

We welcome diversity and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply

We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you need accommodations during the application process, contact NS- We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity, not discriminating based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability

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