Telecom Designer

A roadmap for employee success and long-term commitment. The formula is simple – support professional development, recognize successes, provide flexibility, offer exceptional perks, invest in cutting edge technology and create a fun workplace. Culture establishes the reasons people want to work at a company. Happy employees are loyal employees. With an extremely low turnover rate, meaningful employee perks and an enjoyable atmosphere, Paul J. Ford & Company has been regularly recognized as a top place to work. When employees were surveyed and asked about company culture, they used the following words to describe it: family-oriented, fun, supportive, collaborative, teamwork, relaxed and community. With a first-class benefits package and unmatched employee perks, the company promotes a fun atmosphere that treats employees well to facilitate success. Medical, dental and vision insurance Company paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability Paid holidays, vacation and sick time Paid time off to volunteer Paid maternity/paternity leave 401(k) savings program Engineers are paid straight time for overtime Frequent social events and employee lunches Employee Assistance Program Jury Duty Leave Wellness Program Allstate Critical Illness, Accident and Cancer Insurance Professional Development As a professional services firm, we understand that clients don’t hire a company, they hire people. We recognize that our greatest asset is our employees, so we want to continually invest in them by offering: Paid professional license fee – the company pays for engineers to take the professional engineering exam and offers a monetary bonus when passed Paid professional membership dues – the company encourages and pays for memberships in professional associations Continuing education – the company provides educational resources and training to further knowledge for not only engineering practices but also business fundamentals Tuition reimbursement – the company reimburses tuition expenses up to 10% of employee's salary or $5,000 whichever is less, with a maximum lifetime reimbursement of $25,000 Cross Training – the company encourages engineers to learn new specialized skills through cross‑training among our three market groups Employee Stock Ownership Plan Working hard today should include planning for the future. Paul J. Ford & Company makes saving for retirement easy. Since 1994, the firm has been an ESOP company and became 100% employee owned in 2015. As an ESOP, our employees have a direct stake in the company, a position that they do not take lightly. In the role of employee owners, we are empowered to react quickly and make decisions in the best interest of our clients. Employees are automatically enrolled in the ESOP, which is driven by the profitability of the company and not by employee contributions – basically, employees get significant benefits at no cost to them. Historically, ESOP funds have provided a higher rate of return than other retirement plans which means higher employee balances. Research has also shown that ESOP companies are more profitable, grow faster, have more productive employees and ultimately a lower employee turnover rate. Position: Telecom Designer Location: Columbus, OH Job Id: 290 # of Openings: 1 Position Summary The Telecom Designer is responsible for the layout, design, and production of CAD drawings for wireless telecommunications infrastructure projects. This role requires applied knowledge of telecom site layouts, equipment configurations, antenna systems, and utility coordination for new builds, collocations, modifications, and small‑cell deployments. The Designer will be able to perform field site audits, work closely with engineers and project managers to evaluate technical requirements and create clear, accurate, and constructible design documents that meet carrier standards, engineering best practices, and project schedules. Essential Functions Develop complete telecom site designs using AutoCAD, including site plan, compound layouts, grading plans, equipment placement, antenna layouts, cable routing plans, site details, utility routing plans, and site elevations. Prepare Lease Exhibits, Zoning Drawings, and Construction Drawings in accordance with company standards that meet client requirements. Design and layout new tower site builds, collocation projects, site modification projects, small‑cell installation projects, including group based, rooftop, water tank, and pole mounted facilities. Apply working knowledge of telecom equipment, including antennas, RRHs, antenna and equipment mountain systems, cabling, ice bridges, equipment cabinets, generators, and foundations. Understand and incorporate antenna layout best practices, including antenna parameters, azimuths, antenna sectors, mounting heights and orientations. Route coax, hybrid, and fiber cabling, including vertical runs, horizontal routing and grounding considerations. Coordinate site layouts with civil, structural, and electrical design elements, ensuring constructability and clash avoidance. Assist with utility coordination by identifying power and/or fiber provider requirements and reflecting them accurately in design documents. Able to interpret RF into RF documentation provided by the client or carrier. Review redlines and engineering direction to incorporate revisions accurately and efficiently. Collaborate with engineers and project managers to resolve design issues and clarify constructability concerns. Perform quality control reviews of drawings for accuracy, completeness, and consistency prior to submission. Maintain organized project files and drawing sets in accordance with company CAD standards and procedures. Participate in internal and client coordination meetings as required. Willingness to keep up to date with CAD software and training to improve CAD efficiency and accuracy. May be assigned specific responsibilities within the company, as needed. Work effectively both independently and as a team member. Adhere to all company policies and procedures as stated in the current PJF Employee Policy and Procedure Manual. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong understanding of telecommunications site design principles and best practices including site layouts and antenna layouts. Working knowledge of wireless infrastructure, including towers (monopole, self‑supporting, guyed, water tank), rooftops, small‑cells, DAS/ODAS systems, and small‑cell facilities. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent. Possess mechanical aptitude. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Knowledge of AutoCAD. Ability to be a team player. Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and prioritize tasks effectively. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma required. Associate degree in computer-aided drafting, engineering technology, or related field. 3+ years of experience in the A&E telecom industry. Work Environment and Physical Demands The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. When properly requested and when feasible, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. This job is largely a sedentary role; however, standing, walking, sitting, reaching with hands and arms, stopping or kneeling, talking and hearing is required. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. This job operates in a professional office environment. Overtime may be necessary as workloads dictate. This may include weekdays, weekends and/or holidays. Due to the collaborative nature of this position and accessibility for in‑house and on‑site client meetings, it is important that the work be performed in the office and during normal business hours. Enhancing society through innovative engineering solutions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Paul J. Ford and Company