Telecom Implementation Engineer

A telecommunications client is looking for a Telecom Implementation Engineer to perform Field Engineering and Vendor Management roles across a wide geography, responsible for engineering and installing the Domestic US Core Networks.

Location: Downers Grove, IL 60516
Position: TelecomImplementation Engineer
Pay Rate: $50/hr on W2
Duration: 24 months or longer

JOB DUTIES:

• Field Engineer detailed, often complex, network builds for new and existing technologies and assist with ordering equipment/cables/hardware via the appropriate systems (CCP, SRM…)
• Coordinate & project manage specific installation designs and physical installations across multiple simultaneous initiatives; including installs, reconfigurations, decommissions, and First Office Applications (FOA).
• Engineer/manage database (ICON, CoFEE, CCP, etc) updates, equipment configurations, card/port assignments/requirements, power mapping, cable running lists, floor space and rack placement, and detailed Bill of Material (BOM).
• Interface with Operations and other Implementation organizations in performing site surveys to obtain critical site specific pre-engineering data prior to the build, as well as post installation redlines and end of job audits.
• Manage staging and receipt of Major and Minor project materials.
• Negotiate, coordinate, and drive/track completion of project milestones with all appropriate stakeholders, to include third party turf vendors
• Facilitate and maintain relationships with multiple service vendors, including pricing compliance, standards creation and compliance, and conducting quality reviews – to include follow up remediation as appropriate and periodic performance reviews.
• Accurately identify, monitor, report, escalate, and resolve technical issues encountered throughout the engineering and build process
• Verify installations are compliant with all applicable installation practices, such as IP72202
• Manage multiple projects & associated budgets, provide timely reporting, and effectively coordinate with Planning, Vendor Technical Management, and Program Management organizations.

MUST HAVE SKILLS:

• Bachelor’s degree or two to four years of related work experience.
• Experience in Telecom Engineering and Network Implementation.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• A degree.
• Leadership, self-starter with strong management and organizational skills.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple, often conflicting priorities to successful completion.
• Solid understanding of telecom networking, networks and technologies, equipment designs and configuration procedures, and inventory.
• Strong technical and project management skills as well as excellent PC and software application skills including Windows and MS Office.
• Excellent verbal and written skills for inter-organizational communications.
• Strong track record of leadership and management.
• Engineering, Planning, and/or Ops knowledge.
• Past experience with ICON, SiteVU, Venue, CCP, CoFEE, nSAP, vSAP and SRM as well as expense and/or capital budgets.

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.

About our Client:

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

This particular client is requiring that all new hires show proof of vaccination. However, accommodations may be made for those with disabilities or religious reasons who cannot obtain a vaccine.

About APR:

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

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Don’t 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!

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