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# Design Engineer

- **Company:** United Infrastructure
- **Location:** Great Sankey, UK
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** £31,401.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, AutoCAD, Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Office, Network Planning and Design, 2d Design
- **Published:** September 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5896961937

## About the Role

* Previous experience in a similar Telecommunications / Telecoms Design role is essential.
 * 3+ years' experience using CAD software, preferably within telecoms or engineering.
 * Relevant qualification in Design, Engineering, Telecommunications or a related discipline.
 * Good knowledge of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
 * Understanding of telecoms infrastructure and network design principles.
 * Ability to interpret survey information, technical drawings and specifications.
 * Strong attention to detail with good organisational and documentation skills.
 * Good communicator, able to work effectively with internal teams, clients and contractors.

## Description

You'll join our growing Telecoms team, playing a key role in the design and delivery of telecommunications infrastructure projects. Working closely with our clients, operators and delivery teams, you'll help develop practical, high-quality designs from initial concept through to construction.

Duties include:

 * Preparing telecommunications network designs in line with operator specifications, client requirements and industry standards.
 * Producing Planning, Construction and As-Built drawings using 2D CAD software.
 * Designing telecoms infrastructure including fibre routes, duct routes, chambers, cabinets and associated infrastructure.
 * Reviewing survey information and site data to produce accurate and practical designs.
 * Identifying design constraints and making recommendations for further investigation works.
 * Liaising with clients, operators, surveyors, planners and construction teams to resolve design queries and support project delivery.
 * Reviewing and updating designs to reflect site conditions, client requirements and construction changes.
 * Ensuring all drawings and design documentation are accurate, compliant and issued within agreed timescales.


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