Transport Engineer III

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Transport Engineer to join their dynamic wireless team. This pivotal role involves supporting large Build Plans with initiatives like CBAND Spectrum Upgrades and new builds. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background in Circuit and Fiber Provisioning while demonstrating exceptional project management skills. Responsibilities include managing multiple projects, collaborating with internal and external teams, and ensuring timely completion of tasks. This hybrid position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative solutions in the rapidly evolving telecommunications landscape.

Benefits

medical insurance

dental insurance

vision insurance

401(k)

life insurance

disability insurance

HSA

transportation benefits

EAP

PTO

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in transport engineering and project management.
• Proficient in telecom products and circuit provisioning.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects, evaluating solutions and collaborating across teams.
• Document transport circuits and paths, ensuring timely completion.

Skills

vendor management

ASR

TDM

Ethernet

Dark Fiber

equipment design

circuit provisioning

wireless network

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Computer Science

Tools

XNG

Granite

FUZE CND

Google Sheets

Google Docs

Job description

Description
Our client is seeking a skilled Transport Engineer to support their large Build Plans within their wireless team. This role involves initiatives such as CBAND Spectrum Upgrades, SNAP Equipment swaps, and New Builds. While a technical background in Circuit and Fiber Provisioning is important, the role also entails significant Project Management duties, including workflow standardization, data analysis, and ASR processing with TELCO Vendors across the footprint. Responsibilities include creating assignments, building pathways, and coordinating with internal and external teams to completion.

Job Duties:
This position requires extensive experience in transport engineering, strong project management skills, and problem-solving abilities. The engineer will develop monthly interconnect implementation plans supporting various build targets such as macro, in-building, small cell, self-perform/third-party, ODAS, SNAP, LS6, 5G, CRAN, VRAN, and MEC. The transport team manages creation, design, and issuance of CIQs, engineering new cells, trunks, circuit ordering, and carrier additions. Understanding carrier-specific telecom products like Native Ethernet, VZON, TLS, and Dark Fiber, along with IOF and OSP Provisioning, is essential.

The role involves managing multiple projects, evaluating solutions, and collaborating across engineering teams. Specific responsibilities include:

1. Placing circuit orders with Local Exchange Carriers for services like dark fiber, EOS, EBH, and TLS.
2. Documenting transport circuits and paths using XNG/Granite/FUZE CND.
3. Tracking order status and escalating issues to ensure timely completion.
4. Planning, designing, and implementing transport technologies supporting 5G rollout.
5. Participating in project update meetings to report status.
6. Managing vendors to meet network milestones and turn-up dates.
7. Collaborating with multidisciplinary engineers to optimize transport solutions.
8. Creating trackers in FUZE to improve data integrity and workflow.
9. Working with other groups to ensure equipment growth aligns with company objectives.

Skills: vendor management, ASR, TDM, Ethernet, Dark Fiber, equipment design, RFDS, circuit, transport, IPTV systems, circuit provisioning, wireless network, Samsung, Nokia, Alcatel-Lucent, ZING, Netcracker.

Additional Skills & Qualifications: Proficiency with Office applications and Google Sheets/Docs, database management, project tracking, troubleshooting, problem-solving, self-motivation, excellent communication, engineering principles, telecom industry experience, productivity management, decision-making, organizational skills.

Desired Skills: Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field; experience with XNG/Granite, ASR systems, interconnect circuit types (TLS, EMUX, Dark Fiber, EOS), wireless 4G/5G architecture, project management, centralized RAN, wavelength division multiplexing, IPv4/IPv6, microwave backhaul technologies.

Experience Level: Engineer III (Experienced)

Pay and Benefits: $45.00 - $60.00/hr, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, disability, HSA, transportation, EAP, PTO, and more.

Workplace: Hybrid position in Annapolis Junction, MD.

Application Deadline: May 21, 2025.

About TEKsystems: A leading provider of business and technology services, working with over 6,000 customers globally. We focus on strategy, design, execution, and operations to deliver business value. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company, committed to diversity and inclusion.