Engineer-Transport – III

Long Distance Transport Engineer

Job #: 3016250

Location:

Richardson, TX

In-office requirement: 1–2 days per week. Shift: Standard Day Shift 8 a.m.–5 p.m. No weekend or on‑call work.

We are looking for an experienced telecommunications engineer to design, plan and deploy Ultra‑Long‑Haul (ULH) transport networks, including fiber acquisition, equipment installation, testing, and turn‑up.

• Experience in the telecommunications industry
• Technical knowledge of long‑distance, ultra‑long‑haul and OTN mesh networks
• Equipment knowledge specific to SONET/SDH, ULH, OTN mesh and WDM transport
• Vendor specific knowledge:
  Ciena, Infinera, Fujitsu and varied long‑haul networks
• System knowledge: BGW or Granite (XNG), CoFEE (Canvas), Nautilus, ICON, CCP, Venue, 3
  
  GIS/FIMS
• Job requirements specific to engineering and design of ultra‑long‑haul transport
• Experience managing complex processes and driving results
• Experience with Windows‑based programs and corporate database systems

• Strong understanding of engineering specifications and drawings
• Knowledge and experience with both equipment inventory and design
• Strong working knowledge of legacy network operating systems
• Ability to assess, identify, and mitigate risks that could impact the business or project
• Enjoy analyzing problems with autonomy to select and implement the right solutions
• Work well independently; also a team player able to ensure best outcomes
• Manage assignments & competing priorities, staying focused on important deadlines
• Experience with Windows‑based programs and corporate database systems

• Engineer LD ULH transport builds
• Respond to high‑failure‑rate system outages
• Free up space and power in support of network growth
• Clear housekeeping order‑wire from MDE gear (prerequisite to decommission projects and power‑downs)
• Identify directional system/solution for new order‑wire/housekeeping
• Monitor and plan LD network utilization and expansion
• Engineer and support site decommissioning work
• Maintain equipment inventory records and LD transport in engineering and provisioning databases
• Perform database cleanup to ensure system and network integrity
• Work with peers to ensure on‑time performance and delivery to support business and customer needs
• Handle escalations and troubleshoot as needed
• Familiarity with field concepts, practices, and procedures
• Stay current on technological evolutions

• Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field or relevant experience
• Five or more years of telecom work experience

Shift: Standard Day Shift 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. No weekend work required. No on‑call work required.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k), HSA, voluntary benefits, training and professional development opportunities.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology

IT Services and IT Consulting

Apex Systems is a world‑class IT services company that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We provide career resources, training, certifications, and a comprehensive benefits package.

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