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... telecom and networking team who can provide immediate impact on our backlog of design efforts. This position supports teleworking. Primary Responsibilities * Participate as a member of our design ...

Civil Engineer

Lebanon, NJ · Hybrid

$60K - $80K/yr

Design of telecom sites from conception to construction, including layout from scratch, antenna mount design & site plan approval * Development and review of construction drawings, specifications ...

Lead Civil Engineer

Lebanon, NJ · Hybrid

$75K - $90K/yr

Design of telecom sites from conception to construction, including layout from scratch, antenna mount design & site plan approval * Development and review of construction drawings, specifications ...

Civil Engineer

Lebanon, NJ · Hybrid

$60K - $80K/yr

Design of telecom sites from conception to construction, including layout from scratch, antenna mount design & site plan approval * Development and review of construction drawings, specifications ...

Civil Engineer

Lebanon, NJ · Hybrid

$60K - $80K/yr

Design of telecom sites from conception to construction, including layout from scratch, antenna mount design & site plan approval * Development and review of construction drawings, specifications ...

Lead Civil Engineer

Lebanon, NJ · Hybrid

$75K - $90K/yr

Design of telecom sites from conception to construction, including layout from scratch, antenna mount design & site plan approval * Development and review of construction drawings, specifications ...

Lead Civil Engineer

Lebanon, NJ · Hybrid

$75K - $90K/yr

Design of telecom sites from conception to construction, including layout from scratch, antenna mount design & site plan approval * Development and review of construction drawings, specifications ...

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How much do telecom design jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for telecom design in the United States is $27.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.88 and $31.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Telecom Design Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Telecom Design Engineer, you need a strong understanding of telecommunications networks, signal processing, and relevant engineering principles, typically supported by a degree in electrical or telecommunications engineering. Familiarity with CAD software, network planning tools, and certifications such as CCNA or RCDD are commonly required. Excellent problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication skills set standout professionals apart in this field. These competencies ensure reliable network design, efficient project execution, and successful collaboration with technical teams and clients.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in Telecom Design, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Telecom Design often encounter challenges such as integrating new technologies with legacy systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and managing project timelines across multidisciplinary teams. Staying updated on emerging technologies and standards is essential, as is effective communication with stakeholders like engineers, project managers, and clients. Addressing these challenges typically involves ongoing professional development, using advanced design software, and fostering a collaborative team environment to ensure project goals are met efficiently.

What is telecom design?

Telecom design refers to the planning and creation of telecommunications systems, such as networks for voice, data, and video communication. Telecom designers develop the architecture, layout, and specifications for how communication infrastructure—like fiber optics, wireless networks, and cabling—will be installed and interconnected. This process involves ensuring that systems are efficient, scalable, and compliant with industry standards. Telecom design is crucial for enabling reliable and high-speed connectivity in both commercial and residential environments.
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Infographic showing various Telecom Design job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,220 per year, or $28 per hour.
RCDD Telecom Design Engineer

RCDD Telecom Design Engineer

Leidos

San Diego, CA • On-site

$116K - $210K/yr

Part-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago


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8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 146 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Description

The Leidos Technology and Digital Transformation Solutions Division is looking to add a  part-time team member to our San Diego based utility telecom and networking team who can provide immediate impact on our backlog of design efforts.  This position supports teleworking.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Participate as a member of our design team for a new utility control center. 
  • Develop changes to and maintain inside and outside plant communications cabling infrastructure design drawings in Visio, Bluebeam or AutoCAD,  write product specifications and descriptions for inside and outside plant cable infrastructure as needed.  
  • Develop cabling and patching – fiber and copper - details for circuit interconnections. 
  • Support the development of bills of material for communications cabling systems. 
  • Develop test and migration approaches for new cabling systems.  
  • Design fiber interconnections between external sites and internal transport and routed network equipment. 
  • Participate in peer reviews and customer meetings include developing and presenting technical design materials.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Current RCDD accreditation with BICSI and a minimum of 10 years experience as an RCDD developing communications cabling design for building and campuses. 
  • Engineering degree desired but not required  
  • Must be a US citizen and be able to pass a DOE security background check.

Preferred Qualifications:  

  • Experience with designing inside plant and outside plant fiber communications infrastructure using Corning, Commscope or BEJED equipment. 
  • Experience in designing cable infrastructure for utility customers. 
  • Experience in developing design drawings for fiber interconnections including block diagrams, butterfly diagrams, patch panel diagrams, etc.

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:June 10, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:Pay Range $116,350.00 - $210,325.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

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Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com.

If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

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At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable practices. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community.

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