Are you passionate about designing high quality telecommunications networks and contributing to critical national infrastructure? We’re seeking expressions of interest from experienced Network Design Engineers to join our Fixed Networks team. This is a full-time permanent role, based in a secure, state of the art facility in Parramatta.
Why submit an EOI?
- Attractive salary with access to employee benefits such as corporate travel discounts, novated leases, private health discounts, credit discounts and more.
- Join a sector leading telecommunications team working on major network delivery programs.
- Influence the design and performance of major national network infrastructure.
- Collaborate with engineering, operations, and customer stakeholders.
- Be part of a team committed to excellence, continuous improvement, and zero harm.
- Access to a variety of Health and Wellness initiatives - including the EAP, Fitness Passport, Ventia's Healthy Minds program and Healthy Bodies program.
About the role:
You will be responsible for developing detailed network designs, engineering documentation, and technical artefacts that enable seamless delivery across a range of transport platforms. You will help shape the future of our fibre, microwave radio, DWDM, SDH, and Ethernet networks, ensuring accuracy, reliability, and high performance.
As a Network Design Engineer, you will:
- Design network elements, links, and services across Core and Access Transport Platforms.
- Produce detailed design packages including drawings, scopes of work, bills of materials, and completion records.
- Ensure design integrity from order acknowledgement through to customer acceptance.
- Support diverse site environments including mobile base stations, transmission hubs, data centres, and exchange facilities.
- Maintain strong compliance with engineering standards, WHS requirements, and customer guidelines.
- Contribute to reporting, forward planning, milestones, and alignment across customer systems.
- Mentor, train, and support team members while contributing to the growth of Ventia Solutions.
What we’re looking for:
- Tertiary qualifications in Engineering (Telecommunications or IT preferred).
- Strong understanding of telecommunications networks across Enterprise, Core, Access, and Mobile.
- Knowledge of IP/MPLS networks, L3 routing protocols (BGP, ISIS, OSPF), and IPv4/IPv6.
- Proficiency with design systems such as Helix, Spatial Web, VMR, Meerkat, Netconfig, and MNIS.
- Excellent understanding of MPLS/IP networks, Layer 3 routing protocols (BGP, ISIS, OSPF), and IPv4/IPv6 addressing schemes.
- Ability to produce highly detailed technical documentation and engineering drawings.
- Excellent communication, problem solving, and decision making skills.
- Cisco certifications (CCNA/CCNP) are highly regarded.
About Ventia
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.
Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.
Ready to apply?
If you're a skilled Network Design Engineer looking to contribute to meaningful projects within the telecommunications sector, we’d love to hear from you.
Position Reference Number: 166467
