Required Skills: PRO, ASRI, TIRKS and other technical applications, SONET, Ethernet, DWDM
Job Description
Job Title: Network Planning Engineer II
Job Description:
The Role
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Manages network elements for DWDM and data primarily in the metro space.
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This includes monitoring and evaluating capacity utilization for these networks as well as harvesting opportunities where capacity is no longer needed.
The Main Responsibilities
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Prepare network augment plans and specifications, to include gathering field data
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Submit capacity and harvesting augments as necessary
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Comfortably creates complex network designs from limited raw sets of data
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Requires limited direction and guidance for completion of tasks
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Assures that the most feasible, practical and economical means to complete the work are utilized
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Supports acquisition and implementation of hardware as well as subcontractor services as needed
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Encourages open communication and fosters a positive work environment
What We Look For in a Candidate
Required:
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Bachelor's degree or equivalent education with 3+ years of relevant experience
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Skilled in tactical planning and/or engineering
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Basic engineering background covering SONET, Ethernet & DWDM technologies
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Basic data/economic, analytical and problem-solving skills
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Detail oriented with an intense focus on quality
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Able to overcome various design complexities and challenges
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Exceptional organizational, prioritization, communication and time management skills
Essential Job Functions:
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Familiar with PRO, ASRI, TIRKS and other technical applications of moderate complexity
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Skilled across multiple platforms with the ability to integrate new technology into existing network
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Understand and adjust to potential process changes and other requirements
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Has experience in metro transport planning with the ability to handle multiple competing priorities
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Leverages their knowledge and skills to deliver major projects within the deadline.
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Understand the interdependencies of platforms/other departments and how they impact each other
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Produce communications that are concise and on point with a clear definition of problem statement, requirements, recommendations