Apex Systems
Controls Network Infrastructure Designer
The Controls Network Infrastructure Designer supports the Controls Engineering team by managing fiber optic and network infrastructure design, drawing reviews, and resolving connectivity issues that impact control system operations. This role maintains reliable communication infrastructure between substations and collection system facilities, enabling successful integration of controls and SCADA equipment. Drawing Review & Quality Assurance: Review substation plans and collection system drawings at 30%, 60%, 90%, and IFC phases to identify fiber junction mismatches and missing equipment Verify hardware and configuration in IT communication server rack and SCADA rack with Control PLC hardware Verify consistency between substation and collection system fiber routing plans Flag errors in published drawings and coordinate corrections with Engineering EOR design teams Maintain accuracy of as-built documentation for control network infrastructure Infrastructure Design & Planning: Design fiber optic cable routes (aerial, underground, buried) connecting substations to collection systems Audit drawings for conduit systems, junction boxes, and network equipment placement Perform route analysis and develop fiber route maps for control system communications Design static Ethernet networks, switch configurations, and basic network implementations Project Support: Estimate costs and timelines for network infrastructure components Create Bills of Materials (BOMs) for fiber, switches, and network equipment Order and coordinate shipping of missing network components Provide commissioning assistance for network infrastructure testing Maintenance & Documentation: Maintain records of fiber splicing, network topology, and equipment configurations Develop restoration procedures for fiber damage and network failures Perform routine inspections of control network infrastructure Support emergency response for communication system outages Qualifications: Associates degree in engineering, telecommunications, or equivalent experience 3+ years hands-on experience with fiber optic design and installation Proficiency in CAD software and network design tools Understanding of IT infrastructure, static IP addressing, Ethernet switches, and basic firewall concepts Knowledge of telecommunications infrastructure Experience with outside plant construction standards and practices EEO Employer Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at employeeservices@apexsystems.com or 844-463-6178.
The Controls Network Infrastructure Designer supports the Controls Engineering team by managing fiber optic and network infrastructure design, drawing reviews, and resolving connectivity issues that impact control system operations. This role maintains reliable communication infrastructure between substations and collection system facilities, enabling successful integration of controls and SCADA equipment. Drawing Review & Quality Assurance: Review substation plans and collection system drawings at 30%, 60%, 90%, and IFC phases to identify fiber junction mismatches and missing equipment Verify hardware and configuration in IT communication server rack and SCADA rack with Control PLC hardware Verify consistency between substation and collection system fiber routing plans Flag errors in published drawings and coordinate corrections with Engineering EOR design teams Maintain accuracy of as-built documentation for control network infrastructure Infrastructure Design & Planning: Design fiber optic cable routes (aerial, underground, buried) connecting substations to collection systems Audit drawings for conduit systems, junction boxes, and network equipment placement Perform route analysis and develop fiber route maps for control system communications Design static Ethernet networks, switch configurations, and basic network implementations Project Support: Estimate costs and timelines for network infrastructure components Create Bills of Materials (BOMs) for fiber, switches, and network equipment Order and coordinate shipping of missing network components Provide commissioning assistance for network infrastructure testing Maintenance & Documentation: Maintain records of fiber splicing, network topology, and equipment configurations Develop restoration procedures for fiber damage and network failures Perform routine inspections of control network infrastructure Support emergency response for communication system outages Qualifications: Associates degree in engineering, telecommunications, or equivalent experience 3+ years hands-on experience with fiber optic design and installation Proficiency in CAD software and network design tools Understanding of IT infrastructure, static IP addressing, Ethernet switches, and basic firewall concepts Knowledge of telecommunications infrastructure Experience with outside plant construction standards and practices EEO Employer Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at employeeservices@apexsystems.com or 844-463-6178.