OUTSIDE PLANT (OSP) DESIGNER - CAD Specialist (Contract Term Position)
Bedford, NS
We are currently seeking a Outside Plant (OSP) Designer specializing in computer assisted drawings (CAD) to join our operations in a contract term position from May 2026 to End of December 2026 in Bedford, Nova Scotia.
The OSP Designer is responsible for planning and designing the external telecommunications infrastructure that supports fiber optic, copper, and coaxial network builds. This includes creating route designs, developing detailed construction drawings, conducting site surveys, and ensuring all outside plant elements comply with engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications. The role requires technical expertise, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to building reliable, high‑quality network infrastructure.
This role requires willingness to travel, work a minimum of 40 hours per week, and have a valid driver’s license and reasonable driver’s abstract.
Duties & Responsibilities
* Perform drafting in AutoCAD or other drafting software.
* Transpose designs from on system into other database types
* Peer reviews on finished drawing packages
* Read and interpret fiber network design drawings, and outside plant records (data, maps)
* Collaborate with other divisional teams to overcome project challenges and provide optimal solutions
* Field Survey / Data Collection (out of province as needed)
Knowledge & Skills
* Detailed knowledge of some of the following programs:
o QGIS
o Network Engineer
o NetworkX
o Spatial Net
o Auto-CAD
o Microstation
* Great computer skills and ability to learn new software with ease
* Detail-oriented with good organizational and time-management skills
* Must be able to prioritize as needed, in a deadline-driven environment
* Highly analytical and proven problem-solving abilities. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
* General understanding of construction documents, drawings, and specifications;
* Knowledge of current construction practices is considered an asset
* Knowledge of Fibre Optic Network Infrastructure is considered an asset
Additional Requirements
* The successful candidate will be required to pass a criminal record check
* The successful candidate must be authorized to work in Canada
* Valid Drivers License (Class 5)
* Reasonable Drivers Abstract
* The successful candidate must be able to pass a criminal background check
* Must have flexibility to travel to work on rotational basis (rotations may vary depending on Project requirements)
Experience Required
* 1–3 years of experience interpreting technical drawings, creating design documentation, or planning physical infrastructure in any engineering discipline. Experience with telecom or fibre design is an advantage but not required.
Compensation and Benefits
* Annualized Salary: $50K to $70K (pro-rated for the contract term May to December) and commensurate with experience and skill level
* Weekly Pay
* Group Insurance Benefits Package - 50% of Benefit Premiums paid for by the Company (Life Insurance, Health, Dental, Vision, Long-Term Disability etc.)
* Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
* Employee Discounts
* Employee Referral Bonus
* Free on-site parking at Bedford Head Office
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