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Freelance Telecom Cad Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Title : CAD Designer Telecom New Product Development, located in Apex, NC About the Role The CAD Designer for Telecom Outside Plant (OSP) New Product Development plays a critical technical role ...

Job Title : CAD Designer Telecom New Product Development, located in Apex, NC About the Role The CAD Designer for Telecom Outside Plant (OSP) New Product Development plays a critical technical role ...

CAD Designer

Irving, TX · On-site

$35 - $50K/hr

... Telecom, Datacom, Semicon, Energy, Healthcare equipment, Mining & Construction, and LiB & E ... We are now looking for an entry level CAD Designer to join our team at Plastiform in Irving, TX. ...

CAD Designer

Irving, TX · On-site

$35 - $50K/hr

... Telecom, Datacom, Semicon, Energy, Healthcare equipment, Mining & Construction, and LiB & E ... We are now looking for an entry level CAD Designer to join our team at Plastiform in Irving, TX. ...

CAD Drafter

Paragould, AR · Remote

$23 - $31/hr

The CAD drafter performs duties to assist in creating technical drawings for Telecom engineering. This includes permits, construction, fiber design, profile drawings in primarily 2D. The drafter will ...

CAD Drafter

West Palm Beach, FL · Remote

$23 - $31/hr

The CAD drafter performs duties to assist in creating technical drawings for Telecom engineering. This includes permits, construction, fiber design, profile drawings in primarily 2D. The drafter will ...

CAD Drafter

Fresno, CA

$22.25 - $30/hr

CAD Drafter Aeronot Design is an architecture firm specializing in imaginative, custom buildings rather than standard, box-like structures. The team collaborates closely with clients to understand ...

CAD Drafter III

$23 - $31/hr

Train and mentor CAD Drafter I and II colleagues, sharing knowledge and best practices to build ... Solid understanding of relevant industry standards for design and construction of telecom or civil ...

CAD Drafter III

$23 - $31/hr

Train and mentor CAD Drafter I and II colleagues, sharing knowledge and best practices to build ... Solid understanding of relevant industry standards for design and construction of telecom or civil ...

$26 - $35.75/hr

Adjuncts - Computer Aided Design (CAD) ~~~~~ Please apply here for possible future openings. As specific needs for these types of positions are not always known, applicants who meet the initial ...

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How much do freelance telecom cad jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance telecom cad in the United States is $26.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $31.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Telecom Cad vs Telecom Engineer?

AspectFreelance Telecom CadTelecom Engineer
CredentialsCAD certifications, technical drafting skillsEngineering degree, professional licenses
Work EnvironmentRemote, project-basedOn-site or office-based
Industry UsageDesign and drafting for telecom infrastructureDesign, implementation, and maintenance of telecom systems

Freelance Telecom Cads focus on creating detailed technical drawings and plans for telecom projects, often working remotely. Telecom Engineers, however, are involved in designing, implementing, and maintaining telecom systems, typically working on-site or in offices. While both roles require technical knowledge, Freelance Telecom Cads specialize in drafting, whereas Telecom Engineers handle broader system design and deployment tasks.

Is CAD a remote job?

A freelance telecom CAD (Computer-Aided Design) job can often be performed remotely, as it primarily involves designing and drafting using CAD software on a computer. Many freelancers work from home or a remote location, but some projects may require on-site visits or collaboration with teams depending on client needs.
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Infographic showing various Freelance Telecom Cad job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,867 per year, or $26.9 per hour.

Entry-Level CAD Technician - Telecom

Olsson

Des Moines, IA

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We're a people-centric firm, so it's no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

As a Telecom CAD Technician with our Telecom BAU and Long-Haul group, you will support engineering and design activities associated with expanding and maintaining telecommunications network infrastructure. You will assist with the preparation of fiber optic design plans, permit exhibits, engineering drawings, and project documentation while working closely with engineers, project managers, designers, and permitting staff.

In this role, you will review and incorporate field data, redlines, GIS/KMZ files, utility information, survey data, and client requirements into accurate CAD deliverables. You will help prepare permit plan sets and supporting exhibits for agency approvals and support quality control reviews to ensure drawings meet client and Olsson standards. Successful candidates will be detail-oriented, organized, and interested in developing a career in telecommunications engineering and design.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

  • Working collaboratively with others.
  • Having ownership in the work you do.
  • Using your talents to positively affect communities.
  • Learning new technical skills and design standards
  • Producing high-quality, accurate CAD deliverables

You bring to the team:

  • Strong communication and organizational skills.
  • Ability to contribute and work well on a team.
  • CAD-related software experience (AutoCAD experience required).
  • GIS-related software experience (ESRI product experience preferred but not required).
  • Associate degree in a related field or equivalent experience preferred.
  • Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel; Bluebeam and Smartsheet experience are a plus.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering markups, maps, utility records, survey information, and GIS/KMZ data.
  • Attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate plan sets and exhibits.

Olsson CAD Personnel Expectations:

  • Produce accurate and organized CAD drawings with minimal drafting errors.
  • Follow Olsson and client-specific CAD standards, templates, layer management requirements, and file organization procedures.
  • Prepare and revise telecommunications plan sheets, permit exhibits, alignment drawings, right-of-way exhibits, and engineering design documents.
  • Incorporate redlines and quality control comments in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Communicate proactively when information is missing or clarification is needed.
  • Maintain awareness of project schedules, priorities, and deliverable deadlines.
  • Continuously develop proficiency in telecom design standards, permit requirements, GIS/KMZ workflows, and CAD software applications.
  • Support BAU and long-haul fiber projects through the preparation of clear, accurate, and well-organized engineering plan sets.

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Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

  • Receive a competitive 401(k) match
  • Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
  • Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
  • Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
  • Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

Olsson understands the importance of privacy and is committed to protecting job applicants' personal information. Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (collectively, the "CCPA"), this notice explains Olsson's practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information for job applicants residing in California. Please read this Notice carefully to understand our privacy practices.

For more information about the types of information we collect and how we use it in connection with your general access and use of our website, please review our general California Privacy Notice here.