Job Title: Fully-Remote Fiber Designer

Job Description

Join a dedicated team committed to enhancing rural broadband through the Enhanced Alternative Connect America Cost Model (E-ACAM) program. You will play a crucial role in supporting the deployment and maintenance of high-speed broadband services in some of the most rural areas within our footprint.

Responsibilities

Design Outside Plant (OSP) projects across multiple locations and states.Create labor, material, and overhead project cost estimates.Utilize GIS tools to design fiber network builds within a GIS platform, collaborating with OSP Engineering associates.Perform analysis on fiber network designs for OSP teams using GIS tools and extensions.

Essential Skills

3+ years of telecommunications design experience.Proficiency in ESRI ArcGIS and fiber design, particularly new routes.Strong understanding of the telecommunications industry and principles.Familiarity with NESC construction practices and engineering standards.Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.Capability to read and assess fiber and/or HFC designs and prints.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with ArcGIS Pro and AutoCAD.Own a desktop computer capable of creating a VPN connection to a remote desktop provided by the company.

Work Environment

This is a fully remote position, primarily focusing on fiber work across various regions, mainly Central. The role includes working with a manager who oversees workload, ensures quality control, and provides training on systems design. Enjoy 7 holidays and 2-3 weeks of PTO, with the possibility of working overtime. All necessary software and connections are provided via a remote desktop.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Madison, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $36.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 13, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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