Registered Communications Distribution Designer

Job Position:
Registered Communications Distribution Designer

Location:

Austin, TX 78758

Pay Rate: $55-$65/hr

Description:

Registered Communications Distribution Designer

Austin Area | $55-$65/hr
Trade

STAR is hiring an experienced RCDD (Registered Communications Distribution Designer) for advanced commercial structured cabling design and infrastructure projects throughout the Austin area. These roles support enterprise-level clients, large-scale commercial construction, data center environments, and complex network infrastructure deployments.
We are seeking a highly skilled design professional with deep knowledge of structured cabling systems, telecommunications infrastructure, and ANSI/TIA standards capable of leading design, documentation, and coordination efforts from concept through construction.

Job Responsibilities

• Design and develop structured cabling systems for commercial and enterprise environments

• Create and review telecommunications infrastructure layouts including MDF/IDF design, backbone pathways, horizontal distribution, and entrance facilities

• Develop and manage riser diagrams, floor plans, rack elevations, and cable pathway documentation

• Specify copper and fiber optic cabling systems including Cat6, Cat6A, single-mode, and multi-mode fiber

• Design pathways including conduit systems, cable tray, innerduct, and underground infrastructure

• Coordinate with architects, engineers, IT teams, and construction managers on system integration and build requirements

• Review construction drawings, submittals, and shop drawings for compliance with project specifications

• Ensure all designs meet ANSI/TIA, BICSI, NEC, and industry best practices

• Perform site surveys, infrastructure assessments, and feasibility studies for new and existing facilities

• Support installation teams with design clarification, field coordination, and as-built documentation updates

• Evaluate technology requirements for voice, data, wireless, security, and converged network systems

• Assist with project budgeting, material specifications, and infrastructure planning

Technical Requirements

• Active RCDD certification required

• Strong experience in structured cabling design and telecommunications infrastructure planning

• Deep knowledge of ANSI/TIA standards and BICSI best practices

• Experience designing enterprise-level copper and fiber optic systems

• Ability to read and produce complex construction drawings and network infrastructure layouts

• Experience coordinating with multiple trades and engineering disciplines on commercial projects

• Familiarity with data center design, mission-critical environments, or large commercial campuses preferred

• Strong understanding of low-voltage systems including voice, data, security, and converged networks

Compensation & Benefits
• $55-$65/hour depending on experience

• Weekly pay

• Long-term commercial and enterprise project opportunities

• Career advancement within structured cabling and telecommunications design

• Exposure to large-scale, high-profile infrastructure projects

If you are a qualified RCDD looking to work on advanced commercial and enterprise network infrastructure projects, apply today.
Trade

STAR - Austin Office

305 N. Heatherwilde Blvd., Suite 310
Pflugerville, TX 78665

Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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