Transport Engineer

TEKsystems; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an entry-level Project Manager to oversee critical transport engineering projects. In this hybrid role, you'll standardize workflows, manage vendor relationships, and ensure timely project completion. You'll collaborate with diverse teams, utilizing advanced tools to enhance data integrity and streamline processes. This opportunity offers a dynamic work environment where you can grow your skills in telecommunications and engineering principles. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and teamwork, and make a significant impact in the 5G rollout and beyond.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• Significant experience in transport engineering and project management.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects and coordinate activities across engineers.
• Develop monthly interconnect implementation plans for various build targets.

Skills

Vendor management

Project management

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Zing

Office applications

Google Sheets/Docs

XNG/Granite/FUZE CND

Job description

Description

This role involves extensive Project Management duties, including standardizing workflows for processes and procedures, extracting and evaluating data, and managing ASR processing and orders with TELCO Vendors across the footprint. Responsibilities include creating assignments, building pathways, and coordinating with various internal and external teams through to completion.

This position specifically acts as a bridge between the transport team and equipment engineers, supporting RFDS review, cross-referencing with Work Orders, and managing uploads and communications via Zing—a workflow platform similar to Fulcrum that supports pictures and descriptions. The role involves high volume, detail-oriented work.

Job Duties

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in transport engineering and project management, along with strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills. The role involves developing monthly interconnect implementation plans supporting various build targets including macro, in-building, small cell, self-perform/third-party, ODAS, SNAP (Samsung), LS6, 5G, CRAN, VRAN, and MEC.

The transport team handles creating, designing, and issuing CIQs (IP/Ports assignments), engineering new cells, trunks, circuit growth, and managing carrier additions. Understanding Verizon Telecom products such as Native Ethernet, VZON, TLS, Dark Fiber, and Verizon's IOF and OSP Provisioning processes is essential.

You will manage multiple projects, evaluating solutions, and coordinating activities across engineers and workgroups. Key responsibilities include:

• Placing circuit orders with Local Exchange Carriers for services like dark fiber, EOS, EBH, and TLS
• Documenting transport circuits and paths using XNG/Granite/FUZE CND
• Tracking order status and escalating as needed
• Planning and implementing transport technologies supporting 5G rollout
• Participating in project meetings to report status
• Managing vendors to meet network milestones and turn-up dates
• Collaborating with engineers across disciplines
• Developing trackers to improve data integrity and workflow
• Working with other groups’ forecasts to meet equipment growth demands

Skills

Vendor management, ASR, TDM, Ethernet, Dark Fiber, Equipment design, RFDS, RFID, Circuit, Transport, IPTV systems, Zing

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in Office applications and Google Sheets/Docs
• Database management and project tracking skills
• Troubleshooting, problem-solving, project management, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and apply wireless engineering knowledge
• Self-motivated, proactive, and independent work ethic
• Strong communication skills
• Experience with engineering principles and the cellular/telecommunications industry
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment

Desired Skills

• Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• Experience with XNG/Granite databases, ASR systems, and interconnect circuit types
• Knowledge of 4G/5G architecture, 3GPP options, wavelength division multiplexing, IPV4/IPV6, microwave backhaul technologies

Experience Level

Entry Level

Pay and Benefits

The pay range is $45.00 - $65.00/hr. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, disability, HSA, transportation, EAP, PTO, and more, subject to eligibility and plan specifics.

Workplace Type

Hybrid position in Annapolis Junction, MD

Application Deadline

May 20, 2025

About TEKsystems

Leading provider of business and technology services, supporting business transformation and delivering solutions across the globe. TEKsystems is part of Allegis Group.

We are an equal opportunity employer, considering all applications regardless of race, sex, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.