Mindlance
Job Summary
Long Distance Transport Engineer
Location:
Remote
Base Pay Range:
$55.00/hr - $60.00/hr
Must Have Skills
Experience in the telecommunications industry
Technical knowledge of long distance, ultra-long haul and OTN mesh networks
Equipment Knowledge specific to SONET/SDH, ULH, OTN mesh and WDM transport
Vendor Specific Knowledge: Ciena, Infinera, Fujitsu and varied long haul networks
System Knowledge: BGW or Granite (XNG), CoFEE(Canvas), Nautilus, ICON, CCP, Venue, 3GIS/FIMS
Job requirements specific to engineering and design of ultra-long haul transport
Experience managing complex processes and driving results
Experience with Windows-based programs and corporate database systems
Desired Skills
Strong understanding of engineering specs and drawings
Knowledge and experience with both equipment inventory and design
Strong working knowledge of the legacy network operating systems
Ability to assess, identify, and mitigate risks that could impact the business or project
Enjoy analyzing problems with autonomy to select and implement right solutions
Work well independently; but also team player able to ensure best outcomes
Manage assignments & competing priorities, staying focused on important deadlines
Experience with Windows-based programs and corporate database systems
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Transport Engineer responsible for monitoring, planning, implementation, test and turn‑up of Long Distance (LD) Ultra Long Haul (UHL) transport network.
Define, plan, and engineer LD ULH transport system overbuilds, including fiber acquisition, fiber testing, equipment acquisition, equipment install, system test and turn‑up.
Deploy fixed grid, flex grid and next generation LD ULH transport.
Engineer LD ULH transport builds.
Respond to high failure rate systems outages.
Free up space and power in support of network growth.
Clear housekeeping order‑wire from MDE gear (Prerequisite to initiating a decommission project and power down of equipment).
Identify directional system/solution for new order‑wire/housekeeping.
Monitor and plan LD network utilization and expansion.
Engineer and support site decommissioning work.
Maintain equipment inventory records and LD transport in engineering and provisioning database(s).
Database cleanup to ensure integrity of the system and network.
Work with peers to ensure on‑time performance and delivery to support needs of business and customer.
Handle escalations and troubleshoot, as needed.
Familiarity with field concepts, practices, and procedures.
Stay current on technological evolutions.
Education / Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in related technical field or relevant experience.
Five or more years of telecom work experience.
EEO Statement Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of – Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Contract
Job Function Other
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Location:
Remote
Base Pay Range:
$55.00/hr - $60.00/hr
Must Have Skills
Experience in the telecommunications industry
Technical knowledge of long distance, ultra-long haul and OTN mesh networks
Equipment Knowledge specific to SONET/SDH, ULH, OTN mesh and WDM transport
Vendor Specific Knowledge: Ciena, Infinera, Fujitsu and varied long haul networks
System Knowledge: BGW or Granite (XNG), CoFEE(Canvas), Nautilus, ICON, CCP, Venue, 3GIS/FIMS
Job requirements specific to engineering and design of ultra-long haul transport
Experience managing complex processes and driving results
Experience with Windows-based programs and corporate database systems
Desired Skills
Strong understanding of engineering specs and drawings
Knowledge and experience with both equipment inventory and design
Strong working knowledge of the legacy network operating systems
Ability to assess, identify, and mitigate risks that could impact the business or project
Enjoy analyzing problems with autonomy to select and implement right solutions
Work well independently; but also team player able to ensure best outcomes
Manage assignments & competing priorities, staying focused on important deadlines
Experience with Windows-based programs and corporate database systems
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Transport Engineer responsible for monitoring, planning, implementation, test and turn‑up of Long Distance (LD) Ultra Long Haul (UHL) transport network.
Define, plan, and engineer LD ULH transport system overbuilds, including fiber acquisition, fiber testing, equipment acquisition, equipment install, system test and turn‑up.
Deploy fixed grid, flex grid and next generation LD ULH transport.
Engineer LD ULH transport builds.
Respond to high failure rate systems outages.
Free up space and power in support of network growth.
Clear housekeeping order‑wire from MDE gear (Prerequisite to initiating a decommission project and power down of equipment).
Identify directional system/solution for new order‑wire/housekeeping.
Monitor and plan LD network utilization and expansion.
Engineer and support site decommissioning work.
Maintain equipment inventory records and LD transport in engineering and provisioning database(s).
Database cleanup to ensure integrity of the system and network.
Work with peers to ensure on‑time performance and delivery to support needs of business and customer.
Handle escalations and troubleshoot, as needed.
Familiarity with field concepts, practices, and procedures.
Stay current on technological evolutions.
Education / Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in related technical field or relevant experience.
Five or more years of telecom work experience.
EEO Statement Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of – Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Contract
Job Function Other
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