Network Planning Engineer

Diverse Lynx; Omaha (NE); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology consulting firm is seeking a Network Planning Engineer to manage telecommunications projects and install networking hardware. This remote role requires an associate degree and 3-5 years of experience in network planning, focusing on critical thinking and effective communication. Ideal candidates should possess strong technical knowledge and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in telecommunications, engineering, or network planning.
• Attention to detail with the ability to work independently and in teams.
• Proficiency with scripting/data is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Apply technical networking knowledge in a telecommunications environment.
• Manage work intake per SLAs and respond to escalations.
• Plan and execute assignments following policies.

Skills

Strong critical thinking

Technical knowledge of Transport systems

Excellent organizational skills

Effective communication

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

PC software

Office applications

Job description

Role: Network Planning Engineer

Location: Omaha NE
Contract Role

Required Skills:

• Formulate projects to procure and install ethernet switch and IP routing telecommunications hardware, software, and connections to fulfill demand for data network growth and expansion initiatives.

Main Responsibilities:

• Apply professional and technical networking knowledge within a hybrid telecommunications and IT environment.
• Author work packages for equipment installation, procure hardware, track shipments, and order circuits and connectivity to ensure successful installation.
• Manage work intake per SLAs and KPIs; respond promptly to communication and escalations.
• Collaborate on new products and technology deployment.
• Plan and execute assignments following policies and practices.

Candidate Requirements:

• Associate degree or equivalent education and relevant experience.
• 3-5 years’ experience in telecommunications, engineering, or network planning.
• Strong critical thinking, analysis skills, and attention to detail.
• Technical knowledge of Transport systems and IP Routing technologies.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Effective communication across various business levels.
• Proficiency in PC software and Office applications; scripting/data skills are a plus.

Essential Job Functions:

• Adapt to process changes and requirements.
• Deliver major projects on time.
• Identify process gaps and suggest improvements.
• Complete mandatory training.
• Understand platform interdependencies.
• Produce clear and concise project documentation.

This is a Work from Home position within the U.S. focusing on Ethernet switch, IP routing, and PC software applications.

Diverse Lynx LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be evaluated based on ability and experience, without discrimination. We support a diverse workforce at all levels.