Design Technician
Job in
Brant, Ontario, Canada
Listing for:
AFL
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-02
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Engineering Design & Technologists, Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Details
Description
AFL is a global leader in providing integrated solutions for the fiber optics industry. We deliver end-to-end expertise in engineering, construction, installation, and repair services to support broadband networks. With a strong commitment to environmental sustainability, workplace safety, and community engagement, AFL fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation.
Founded in 1984 with a single product—fiber optic ground wire—AFL has grown into a billion-dollar enterprise offering thousands of products and services across multiple markets. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Fujikura Ltd. of Japan, AFL benefits from the backing of a $8 billion company with over 128 years of product innovation. Our operations span Canada, the U.S., Mexico, Europe, Asia, and Australia.
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 join our Canadian Operations.
Responsibilities:
Prepare design layouts for aerial and underground FTTH networks, including conduit routes, handholes, fiber paths, and splice plans.Produce high-level design, Municipal consent Design, and issued-for-construction packages with accurate detailsEnsure drawings are accurate, easy to read, polished and adhere to standardsEnsure compliance with CSA, OESC, CRTC, utility joint-use agreements, and municipal access agreementsPerform required revisions to design packages based on internal QA/QC, client feedback, or permitting authority comments.Review vendor-submitted designs for accuracy, compliance, and constructability, providing feedback and corrective actions as needed.Conduct peer reviews of designs to ensure quality and consistency across projectsUse GIS, AutoCAD, and related tools to create accurate network maps, shapefiles, and permit drawings.Incorporate fielding data, LiDAR/photogrammetry, and municipal land-base datasets into design packages.Verify address point data (SFU, MXU, MTU, commercial) and classify premises into correct categories.Support submission of municipal consent and right-of-way, Make ready and Joint use applications with clear and compliant design packages.Support Construction and Project Management team on delivering as-built records to Client or municipalitiesAttend field surveys and site walks to validate proposed routes, structures, and network layouts, and make adjustments as required based on team lead approval and construction lead feedback.Ensure all deliverables meet client specifications, industry standards, and safety regulations.Regularly meet with stakeholders, both internal and external, to review plansCommunicate project requirements, designs, issues, status updates and deliverables with Engineering TeamAssist team members, both within the office and in the field, as requiredPerform other duties as requested, directed or assignedQualifications &
Education:
Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, GIS, or related field.3+ years of experience in telecom OSP or FTTH designProven ability to prepare design layouts, perform revisions, review vendor designs, and conduct field data collection.Proficiency in AutoCAD, SPIDA Calc, O-Calc, Quick Pole, or GIS platforms (QGIS, ArcGIS, etc.).Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in both aerial and underground fiber design methodologies, including splice planning, duct assignments, and route validation.Familiarity with Ontario permitting processes (Municipal Consent, Joint Use, MTO, Conservation Authorities) considered an asset.Strong knowledge Centralized and Distributed network ArchitectureProficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat)Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret survey data, utility records, and construction drawings.Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.Familiarity with pole loading analysis, make-ready engineering, and utility coordinationExposure to…
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