Salary: £61,000 - 101,000 per year Requirements: Proven experience in EAD / Ethernet Access Direct / leased line design Strong knowledge of BT Openreach delivery lifecycle and processes Experience producing HLD, LLD and implementation design packs Ability to interpret site surveys, routing constraints and technical inputs Strong understanding of fibre access design and circuit routing Experience working across design to delivery lifecycle Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills Experience in substation, utility, rail or industrial telecom environments (desirable) Knowledge of EMI / EMC and Earth Potential Rise (EPR) (desirable) Understanding of copper vs fibre limitations in high-voltage environments (desirable) Experience with telecom cabinet / rack design (EMC cabinets, ventilation, filters) (desirable) Awareness of NRSWA, civils and streetworks considerations (desirable) CAD / Visio / GIS design tooling experience (desirable) Responsibilities: Design EAD / leased line / carrier Ethernet circuits for telecom delivery Interpret BT Openreach survey outputs, routing constraints and provisioning requirements Produce HLD / LLD and implementation-ready design documentation Assess fibre vs copper suitability based on environmental and technical constraints Identify risks relating to EMI, EMC and Earth Potential Rise (EPR) Validate telecom infrastructure including ducting, cabinets, routing and access points Ensure cabinet designs meet EMC, ventilation and cable entry requirements Work closely with carriers, operators, utility providers, engineers and suppliers Translate task sheets and requirements into deliverable design outputs Support Acceptance Into Live Support (AILS) readiness and handover documentation Proactively identify delivery blockers, risks and design gaps Technologies: Ethernet GIS Support Network Web UX UI Design More: We are MECS Communications Ltd, and we are currently recruiting for an EAD Circuit Designer / Service Designer to support a major telecoms delivery programme. This role is focused on creating designs for Ethernet Access Direct and involves working within challenging environments. We offer a fully remote working arrangement, ensuring flexibility for our team. Our programme is geared towards high-quality telecom infrastructure solutions, emphasizing safety and compliance. This position is ideal for candidates who thrive in complex, fast-paced environments where collaboration and technical expertise are critical. last updated 17 week of 2026