Job Description

JOB TITLE: TRANSPORT NETWORK ENGINEER

LOCATION: WEST NYACK, NY 10994

DURATION: 2 YEARS AND 6 MONTHS OR LONGER

PAY: $40-45/HR. ON W2

SHIFT: 8AM – 5PM, POSSIBLE OT

Our client is a global communications & technology leader known for its 4g & 5g wireless networks, broadband & fiber optics, video & advertising platforms.

Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The new Transport Engineer position will mainly focus on the project management/coordination of SNAP(Samsung), LS6, 5G, CRAN, VRAN, MEC (Mobile Edge Compute) for New York Metro. This new position will be engaged in the planning, design and execution of all SNAP(Samsung), LS6, 5G, CRAN, VRAN, MEC projects as well as upcoming emerging technologies. This position will closely collaborate with various stakeholders (RF, Implementation, Ops, Construction, RE, Vendors, and HQ) to help optimize the designs of these technologies and reduce re-work.

The Transport Engineer works with a group of engineers who regularly evaluate the optimization of the transport network, including fronthaul, backhaul and microwave networks. The transport team is responsible for creating, designing and issuing CIQs(IP/Ports assignments) and engineering new cells, trunks, cell and switch growth, circuit ordering and voice & EVDO carrier additions. This position must understand the client’s Telecom products such as Native Ethernet, VZON, TLS and Dark Fiber as well as the client’s IOF and OSP Provisioning process.

In addition, the Transport Engineer supports initiatives to reduce the cost associated with Direct Telecom expenses and optimize call routing within the region. As part of the regional network management team this position shares accountability for the overall performance of the regional network and the smooth implementation of technical features and new products/services. This position requires a considerable amount of experience in transport engineering, significant project management experience, and strong problem solving, analytical, and organizational skills to develop a monthly interconnect implementation plan that support macro, inbuilding, small cell, self-perform/third party, ODAS, SNAP(Samsung), LS6, 5G, CRAN, VRAN, MEC build targets.

Other key responsibilities include project coordination, traffic engineering, and resource management. This position supports regional and corporate targets for availability and performance of the client’s Wireless network, ensures corporate policies and procedures are adhered to.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Work closely with all groups within the Network team including RF Design, Real Estate, Construction, Operations, Facilities, System Performance and the Area Planning team.

· Manage vendors to meet targeted network milestones and turn-up dates. Provide input for budget and overall planning Work within the financial constraints of allocated budget Project management of new technologies/services in the region related to cell site engineering and operations Attend frequent project update meetings to present current status of pending and ongoing projects Adopt current methods/procedures for interconnect tracking

· Consistently work to improve processes that assist in communication and coordination with other network teams.

MUST HAVE SKILLS (MOST IMPORTANT):

· Bachelors degree or four or more years of work experience.

· Six or more years of relevant work experience.

· Valid drivers license.

· Experience in the cellular or telecommunications industry.

· Knowledge of related interconnect circuits type and features i.e. TLS/EMUX/Dark Fiber.

· Knowledge on wireless 4G and 5G wireless services as it pertains to architecture, 3GPP option 3X, etc.

· Able to multi-task multiple projects

· Project management

DESIRED SKILLS:

· A degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline.

· Knowledge of centralized ran as it pertains to interconnections in an urban environment.

· Knowledge in wavelength division multiplexing technology.

· Knowledge of IPV4/IPV6 addressing.

· Knowledge of VLan or segment routing and other routing and networking protocols i.e. MPLS, OSPF, IS-IS, BGP, TCP/IP, VLAN.

· Knowledge of Nokia SR OS and configuration.

· Knowledge about unlicensed and licensed microwave technology for backhaul.

· Knowledge with transport tools such as XNG and FUZE

· Knowledge of Samsung

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:

· Bachelors degree (Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline) or four or more years of work experience.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

We pay weekly every Friday, have direct deposit, and offer a competitive benefits package: Medical, Dental Vision, 401k plan, etc.

At a minimum, a 7-year background check, education verification, employment verification, and drug screen will be conducted upon hire. Your suitability for employment is contingent upon successfully passing these required pre-employment screenings.

Do not miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is the match for this position, please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you! INDENG #ZR

Company Description

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