Transport Engineer

TEKsystems; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services firm seeks a capable individual for a remote position focused on optimizing legacy systems. The ideal candidate has deep familiarity with AT&T's internal systems, experience with transport technologies, and strong analytical skills. Responsibilities include analyzing disconnects and working cross-functionally for effective network changes. Competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Generous time off policy

Qualifications

• Must have the ability to act as planner, engineer, and provisioner.
• AT&T experience preferred; navigate undocumented or complex systems.

Responsibilities

• Analyze disconnects and decommission legacy systems.
• Collaborate with teams for safe network changes.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Deep familiarity with AT&T internal systems

Experience with layer one transport technologies

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills

Job description

Overview

Support data center initiatives focused on cost savings and network optimization, reporting to designated AT&T planning or management staff.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, verify, and monitor disconnects and decommissioning of legacy systems and circuits, ensuring compliance with AT&T processes.
• Investigate and validate field reports, cross-checking with internal databases and documentation before any physical changes.
• Collaborate with planning, provisioning, and operations teams to ensure safe and effective network changes.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, including decom of TDM, DWDM, and legacy transport systems.

Required Skills

• Deep familiarity with AT&T internal systems (Turks, Granite, Canopy, Nice L/Nice C) and provisioning processes.
• Experience with layer one transport technologies, especially legacy TDM and DWDM.
• Ability to act as planner, engineer, and provisioner, with strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Prior AT&T experience highly preferred; ability to navigate undocumented or complex internal systems.

Other Details

• Must be able to work independently and communicate findings clearly to management and stakeholders.
• Will not perform disruptive actions; all work is directed by AT&T management and follows established protocols.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 13, 2025.

About TEKsystems

We\'re partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That\'s the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We\'re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We\'re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We\'re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We\'re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristic protected by law.