Telecom Designer

Position OverviewPrism is seeking an experienced Telecom Designer with a comprehensive understanding of structured of cabling, backbone and horizontal distribution systems, telecom spaces, and supporting infrastructure. This role requires the ability to independently design, coordinate, and problem-solve complex telecom systems with minimal to no supervision while collaborating with internal teams, clients, and other disciplines.Responsibilities:Demonstrate a strong understanding of network topologies, architectures, and network typesDesign, evaluate, and optimize Backbone and Horizontal Distribution Systems.Perform site surveys, capacity assessments, upgrade recommendations based on client and/or site needs.Design building pathways and resolving complex routing with constructability in mind.Develop and coordinate comprehensive cabling pathway designs, including cable tray, conduit, J-hooks, plenum and non-plenum spaces, and wall or barrier penetrationsPerform fiber and copper infrastructure design, including fiber type and strand counts, conduit fill calculations, backbone layouts, cross-connect and LIU schedules, and single- or multi-building fiber one-line diagramsDesign and coordinate telecommunications spaces, including entrance facilities, equipment rooms, telecom rooms, enclosures, and data centersDesign and coordinate telecom outlet locations using diamond studies, and wireless access point placement using heat mapping and CAD toolsReview and verify product data submittals for compliance with construction documents and specificationsRespond to RFIs and identify scope or design impacts in coordination with the Project Manager and System OwnerAssist with design verification walks, construction coordination and resolve field issuesCoordinate designs with clients, owners, contractors, and other disciplines to ensure constructable solutionsPerform other duties as assignedQualifications: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or construction 3-5 plus years of telecom designer experienceKnowledgeable of structured cabling systems (fiber and copper), Telecom standards, materials, and components, and facility data tables and documentation standardsAble to make design decisions, solve complex technical problems Adapt to new situations and project requirementsStrong coordination and communication skillsProficiency with CAD and design documentationExperience handling large-scale, complex telecom projectsAbility to mentor others and contribute to standards and documentation best practices (preferred)Telecom design experience in Commercial buildings, Campuses, Data Centers and Multi-building sitesExperience working with construction teams and responding to installation challengesFamiliarity with industry standards (BICSI, TIA, etc.)Why PrismWork on complex, high-impact telecom projectsCollaborative, technical design environmentOpportunity to lead, mentor, and influence standardsGrowth-oriented team with long-term career potential

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