Telecoms Design Engineer

United Living is a leading infrastructure, construction, and property services company in the UK. We help our customers and the communities they serve benefit from resilient infrastructure, affordable homes, and improved living spaces that are fit for the future. Our mission is to be the partner and employer of choice for designing, building, maintaining, and connecting communities and critical infrastructure, to create a more sustainable and inclusive society.

This role is within the Connected pillar of United Living.

Connected - We connect people through fixed-line and wireless telecom infrastructure, ensuring seamless communication and access to information for all. At United Living, we have one of the largest specialist in-house teams for project management, acquisition, design, construction, and maintenance in the UK.

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Telecoms Design Engineer to support the planning, design, and development of telecommunications infrastructure. This role involves creating high-quality technical designs for telecom systems—such as fiber optic, copper, and wireless networks—ensuring they meet performance, regulatory, and client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Design telecommunications networks including fiber optics, copper, and wireless systems for both greenfield and upgrade projects.

• Prepare and review technical drawings, schematics, layouts, and design documentation using CAD/GIS tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Visio, MicroStation).

• Develop detailed design packs including route planning, equipment placement, and infrastructure specifications.

• Ensure compliance with industry standards, health and safety regulations, and local planning guidelines.

• Conduct site surveys, feasibility studies, and network assessments.

• Collaborate with project managers, field engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.

• Assist in the preparation of bills of materials (BOM), cost estimates, and procurement specifications.

• Provide technical support during the installation, testing, and commissioning phases.

• Keep up to date with emerging technologies, tools, and industry trends.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Proven experience in telecoms infrastructure design (fiber, wireless, copper, or mixed technologies).

• Proficiency in CAD and GIS tools used for telecom network design.

• Solid understanding of telecommunications principles, standards (e.g., ITU, IEEE), and regulations.

• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and documentation skills.

• Effective communication skills and the ability to work both independently and in multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as RCDD, CCNA, or equivalent.

• Experience with FTTP, FTTC, 5G, or microwave systems design.

• Knowledge of telecom planning software (e.g., Smallworld, QGIS, MapInfo).

• Understanding of civil engineering considerations for telecoms (e.g., trenching, pole loading, ducting)

• Cellnex experience