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What You'll Be Doing As part of the Electrical Engineering team the Cable Harness Designer will be responsible for the design, analysis, build, testing, and troubleshooting of cable harnesses for our ...

Cable Design Engineer Bloomington, MN | Long-Term Contract or Contract to Hire | $40.00-$55.00/hr ... Review designs for adherence to internal standards, industry guidelines, and customer ...

What You'll Be Doing As part of the Electrical Engineering team the Cable Harness Designer will be responsible for the design, analysis, build, testing, and troubleshooting of cable harnesses for our ...

What You'll Be Doing As part of the Electrical Engineering team the Cable Harness Designer will be responsible for the design, analysis, build, testing, and troubleshooting of cable harnesses for our ...

Position Summary: Marvin Group is seeking a Cable Harness Designer to create clear, build-ready cable and wire-harness documentation for integrated electrical equipment. The role converts ...

Position Summary: Marvin Group is seeking a Cable Harness Designer to create clear, build-ready cable and wire-harness documentation for integrated electrical equipment. The role converts ...

Create, maintain, and modify cable designs, specifications, and product configurations to support customer and business requirements.* Utilize Cable Builder and NetSuite to develop product records ...

Cable Technician

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$30 - $42/hr

... designs or incorrect port mapping • This is a hands-on, physical role requiring stamina and consistency Skills Cable, Cat6, Cabling, Cable installation, Structured cabling, Cable tech, fiber cable ...

Cable Technician

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$30 - $42/hr

... designs or incorrect port mapping • This is a hands-on, physical role requiring stamina and consistency Skills Cable, Cat6, Cabling, Cable installation, Structured cabling, Cable tech, fiber cable ...

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How much do cable designer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for cable designer in the United States is $83,148.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,000.00 and $109,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Cable Designer vs Cable Engineer?

AspectCable DesignerCable Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires a diploma or associate degree in electrical or mechanical engineeringUsually requires a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field
Work EnvironmentDesign offices, CAD software, collaborative teamsDesign, testing labs, project sites, engineering teams
Industry UsageUsed in product design, manufacturing, and developmentInvolved in system design, testing, and implementation

While both roles focus on cables, Cable Designers primarily create detailed designs and specifications using CAD tools, whereas Cable Engineers oversee the technical aspects of cable systems, including testing and implementation. The roles often overlap but differ in scope and responsibilities within the electrical and telecommunications industries.

How do you become a cable designer?

To become a cable designer, typically a person needs a high school diploma or equivalent, followed by post-secondary education such as a degree in electrical engineering, electronics, or a related field. Gaining experience with CAD software and understanding electrical standards is important, and some roles may require certifications or on-the-job training in cable design and manufacturing processes.

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Infographic showing various Cable Designer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 5% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 86% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $83,148 per year, or $40 per hour.

Cable Plant/Passive Infrastructure Designer - RCDD

Arlington, VA

SMS Data Products Group, Inc.
IT Services • 501 - 1,000 employees

$130K - $145K/yr

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago


Job description

SMS is seeking an experienced, skilled, and detail-oriented Cable Plant Designer to join our team supporting the United States Department of Defense. The successful candidate will join a team responsible for supporting the DoDs network in the National Capital Region.

Since 1976, SMS has specialized in modernizing legacy IT and sustaining complex enterprise environments for federal agencies. With the goal of building long-term partnerships with our customers, we invest in our employees by providing the training, tools, and support they need to keep critical missions operational, improve performance, and reduce risk. SMS is headquartered in McLean, Virginia, with offices and on-site operations at customer locations throughout the United States. For additional information on SMS, visit www.sms.com.

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Job Responsibilities

  • Responsible for maintaining, coordinating, design, and installation oversight of DoD DISA J6 Pentagon (formerly known as Joint Service Provider (JSP) and Information Technology Agency (ITA)) inside plant cable infrastructure to include conduit, cable trays, copper, coax, fiber and all associated cabling elements in the Pentagon, Mark Center, and other locations within the National Capital Region supported by DISA J6P.
  • Responsible for maintaining, coordinating, design, and installation oversight of DISA J6P offered services for outside plant and the OSP related facilities in the NCR under Government oversight.
  • Must follow DOD/DISA J6P and commercial best practice procedures, standards and/or codes. Provide Engineering Installation Plans (EIPs) required for installation of communication spaces, pathways, cable racks, cable installation, and cable termination.
  • Operation and Maintenance support to include equipment refreshes and ongoing maintenance and clean-up of more than 1800 Telecommunication Rooms at the Pentagon, Mark Center and other buildings under DISA J6P Operations purview.
  • Provide documentation such as Cable Installation Plans (CIP), cut sheets, cost estimates, site surveys, and weekly reports.
  • Develop maintenance plans for corrections and ensure the DOD, DISA J6P, and industry standards are upheld.
  • This position is primarily an on site in Crystal City, Virginia with a flexible Monday-Friday schedule covering required core contract hours.

Required Qualifications

  • Active DOD Secret clearance, with ability to upgrade to TS/SCI
  • Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) certification
  • Minimum 6 years developing layout and design for technology systems including voice, data, and structured cabling.
  • Bachelors Degree preferred
  • Proficiency with MS Office, MS Project, SharePoint, and MS Visio
  • Must be well versed in BICSI guidelines and standards.
  • Knowledge of NEC, IEEE, EIA, TIA, and other industry standards and codes related to the design and installation of low voltage and telecommunications systems, and their spaces and pathways.
  • Strong knowledge of Structured Cabling Systems including survey, design, installation, and testing/commissioning.

Desired Qualifications

  • Proficiency with Planet and AutoCAD
  • Ability to communicate effectively with customers and staff personnel of various expertise levels.
  • Solid customer support Skills in a high visibility environment.
  • Problem analysis and creative problem solving
  • Attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to thrive in a dynamic fast-paced work environment

Salary Range - $130,000 - $145,000

SMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.