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Design Specialist II - Network Migration


Company : Insight Global


Location : dartmouth, Nova Scotia


Created : 2025-12-15


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Insight Global is hiring a Design Specialist to support a major network transformation initiative focused on copper-to-fibre migration and outside plant optimization. Our client is leading a major network transformation initiative: retiring legacy copper infrastructure and optimizing our wireline network to deliver a Fibre-first future. This program focuses on eliminating dual support costs, improving reliability, and enabling next-generation connectivity.What youll doCollaborate with technology, migration, and reclamation teams to design solutions for decommissioning copper circuits and equipment, supporting central office redevelopment across multiple regions.Review and validate network design plans for copper retirement to ensure quality, reliability, and cost efficiency while maintaining fibre network performance.Analyze existing copper circuits and define migration paths, primarily to fibre, with occasional wireless considerations.Conduct circuit analysis and data alignment across multiple platforms to ensure accurate scope for build teams.Assist with design creation based on engineering and economic principles, following established network standards.Develop and support rehoming and grooming strategies for active circuits to optimize outside plant capacity.Prepare technical reports and provide timely updates on progress toward migration objectives.Drive process improvements and efficiencies as the program evolves.Required Skills & ExperienceTelecom Infrastructure Expertise: In-depth knowledge of wireline outside plant (OSP) architecture, including terminals, equipment, materials, and naming conventions.Strong understanding of copper and fibre network design principles, sizing cables, reducing working terminal capacity, and grooming circuits.Tools & Systems: Hands-on experience with Facility Management Systems (FMS) and Spatial Network Records (fibre inventory systems).Experience Level: 35 years in network design or engineering roles, with a focus on copper-to-fibre migration or similar infrastructure optimization projects.Analytical & Technical Skills: Ability to perform detailed circuit analysis, data investigation, and alignment across multiple platforms.Collaboration & Delivery: Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams and subject matter experts to meet aggressive timelines in fast-paced environments.Nice to havePost-secondary diploma or certification in computer science, engineering, or equivalent experience.Familiarity with tools such as Google Workspace, Domo, Tableau, JIRA, and Appian.Experience in network migration or infrastructure optimization projects.