Telecom Transport Network Engineer

TEKsystems is seeking a Telecom Transport Network Engineer with strong Nokia experience for a long term opportunity. This role can sit remotely in the US. Candidates must be eligible to work in the US for any employer without sponsorship. This is a W2 contract to hire opportunity for 6-12 months. Must be committed to working Alaskan core business hours - Monday - Friday 8-5pm AKST. Candidates must have experience with the top required skills below.

Top Required Skills/Experience: Must have strong Nokia equipment experience. Required protocols & standards include TDM/FDM, TCP/UDP, DAA, OSPF, 802.11 ax/ac/n, QoS, DPoE, BGP, IS-IS, Ethernet, CWDM/DWDM, T-Carrier, MPLS, SONET. Hardware and software include Nokia, MetaAssist, Actellis, Fujitsu, Cisco WLC, Ciena, Turin/TransNav, Calix/CMS, Ribbon. Preferred certifications include Nokia NRS, NSR I/II, NSRA/JNCDA, CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, PCNSA, PCNSE, SCTE, JNCIP, JNCIS, JNCIA, JNCIE, CMTS.

Job Description: Our Alaskan telecom client is looking to add experienced Transport Engineers to their team for a long term contract, possible contract-to-hire. Advanced skills with Juniper, Nokia, and Cisco equipment as well as L2/L3 protocols is desired. This position applies engineering principles to multiple sub-groups within the Technology Solutions internal departments; responsible for architectural design, development, implementation, and support within the company and/or between business departments that follow telecommunication industry standards using engineering principles.

This is an expert level position and requires the ability to perform highly complex and diverse duties under deadlines and operating constraints. Design, plan, analyze, and implement networks delivering services across multiple company business departments. Must be able to make independent engineering decisions and provide technical direction for resolution. Responsible for review and provide final engineering design specifications and service requirements. Receives clear direction on assignment objectives, complex features, and possible solutions, supervisory assistance on unusual problems. Capable of performing project engineer on large projects with the ability of mentoring, coordinating, directing, assisting, and providing technical direction to junior engineers and technicians. Comprehensive understanding of standard engineering concepts such as high availability, redundancy, reliability and testing, security, and standards. Superior time management skills to manage multiple complex projects smoothly and professionally on time and on budget.

Defines, designs, and implements complex projects utilizing standard telco engineering principles and concepts, efficiency, redundancy, availability, security, and scalability, responsible for new systems' planning and implementation. Defines KPIs for operational management, provides and updates operational documentation, training, and diagrams. Works with management and engineering staff to determine future architecture and planning requirements and assures that needs are met by proposed future designs and long-term plans. Project coordination to include facilitating customer sales via technical support and engineering efforts. Mentors and supports junior engineers and technicians. Supports and manages escalations to resolution.

Duties performed at all levels include ensuring the integrity of high availability network infrastructure to provide maximum performance in design, implementation, and support. Able to understand standard engineering concepts of availability, efficiency, redundancy, scalability, and security. Able to identify opportunities for continuous improvement of the current network and/or systems + facilities. Maximizes performance using network monitoring tools, troubleshooting network and/or system outages, scheduling updates, and collaborating with architects on optimization. Maintains professional skillset by participating in educational opportunities, technical organizations, reading professional publications, and personal use of technology. Provides detailed reports on network operational status, and milestones related to project completion. Capable of remote site support for off-site personnel and customers. Coordinates with project management and engineering teams on a regular basis. Supports and manages escalation events. Develops and updates documentation and support materials. Mentors junior engineers and technicians.

Job qualifications include a high-level understanding of standard engineering concepts such as high availability, redundancy, reliability, scalability, and security. Strong ability to create and edit network drawings using Microsoft Visio application. Advanced experience with the configuration of Alcatel/Nokia, Cisco, Brocade, or Juniper routers and switches. Advanced understanding of routing protocols such as BGP, MPLS, ISIS, OSPF, EIGRP, etc. Strong understanding of RSVP, LDP, and PIM. Strong understanding of data center network design. Strong understanding of common transport technologies such as Ethernet, SONET, TDM, Fiber, Microwave, Satellite, WiFi, cellular, etc. Extensive experience with layer-2 Ethernet technologies such as VLANs, STP, LACP, MC-LAG, etc. Strong analytic, strategic, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills. Self-directed and motivated, highly focused on the company and departmental goals. Creative and innovative problem solver. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively together towards a common goal. Ability to identify, report, and resolve technical problems in a manner that is consistent with established guidelines.

Minimum qualifications required include a combination of relevant work experience and/or education sufficient to perform the duties of the job may substitute to meet the total years required on a year-for-year basis. High School diploma or equivalent. Bachelor's degree in Computer Technologies, Electrical Engineering, or relevant field. Minimum of six (6) years' experience in progressive engineering in information technology, design and implementation using engineering principles, complex project management within telecommunications including technology insertion, or related experience. Preferred: Experience within the telecommunications industry. Other telecom industry or job specific certifications.

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $65.00/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).

This is a fully remote position. Application deadline is anticipated to close on Aug 5, 2025.