Network Engineer II, IP Engineering

TEKsystems is seeking an IP Network Engineer to support our large telecom client in Alaska.

This role does not provide sponsorship and is not C2C eligible.

100% Remote, must be committed to working core Alaskan business hours (8-5pm AKST)

IP and Transport Engineering Experience is required.

Must have expertise working in a Juniper, Nokia, and Cisco environment.

Skills:

• Nokia
• Brocade
• Juniper
• CCNP
• Network engineering,
• IP/MPLS
• Cisco routers
• Cisco switches

JOB DESCRIPTION

This position is expected to provide engineering design and implementation services necessary to support the company’s IP/MPLS core network, carrier Ethernet transport systems, cellular data core systems, and/or video transmission services. Will be required to provide technical leadership and escalation support for various operations and engineering groups as well as technical training and mentorship to team members. Requires excellent communication skills to facilitate collaboration with various internal departments to ensure the reliable operation and growth of a converged and scalable carrier network.

DUTIES PERFORMED AT ALL LEVELS:

Essential Duties of All Levels in the Position:

§ Test new technologies and service architectures in lab environments

§ Plan, design, implement, and document new network implementations

§ Complete Engineering Estimates and Installation Packages as needed

§ Provide escalation and troubleshooting support for operations teams

Provide mentorship of more junior staff to support the growth of technical knowledge and experience

Additional Job Requirements: As a mid-level engineer position, must have a comprehensive understanding of the company’s IP/MPLS core network and possess the skills and motivation required to independently complete assigned engineering projects with minimal assistance and/or guidance. Must have developed project management skills necessary to manage multiple simultaneous projects while maintaining business deliverables for timeline and budget. Must have comprehensive troubleshooting skills to assist operations groups in resolving the majority of network issues that may arise.

Essential Duties for this position:

· 50% Plan, design, implement, and document new network implementations

· 10% Test new technologies and service architectures in lab environments

· 20% Complete Engineering Estimates and Installation Packages as needed

· 20% Provide escalation and troubleshooting support for operations teams

Job Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· 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, ISIS, OSPF, EIGRP, etc

· Strong understanding of project management concepts

· 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

Certifications:

Industry specific certifications relevant to the discipline are highly valued and may contribute toward education requirements. (Additional years of applicable experience or previous certification can be used to fulfill this requirement.)

· Cisco CCNA / CCNP

· Nokia NRS I / NRS II

· Brocade BCNE / BCNP

· Juniper JNCIA / JNCIS

Years of Experience required to meet minimum qualifications:

Minimum two years of relevant and progressive technical experience in a Carrier Ethernet or large ISP environment.

Level of Education required to meet minimum qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, Telecommunications or related field is required. Or a combination of relevant education and/or work experience sufficient to perform the duties of the job may substitute for the degree on a year for year basis. Graduate degree in Engineering may be substituted for professional engineering experience on a year for year basis.

Physical Requirements:

Primarily sedentary office work with some travel to remote locations across the state of Alaska and Washington where indoor and outdoor work may be required. Physical effort may include stooping, kneeling, touching, feeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, using hand tools and repetitive motions. Clarity of vision to see near, mid-range, and color. Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.

Working Conditions:

Standard office environment, occasional travel in rural Alaska, some outside work required. Qualified candidate must be able to occasionally work in cramped spaces and at heights, primarily inside and outside of remote company and customer facilities. Ability to tolerate temperature and weather extremes (fumes and odors, dust, low light conditions, intermittent weather).

The company and its subsidiaries operate in a 24/7 environment providing critical services to Alaskans and may need to respond to public health and safety matters or other business emergencies. Due to business needs employees may be contacted outside of the normal business hours to respond to the immediate emergency. You will be requested to provide an emergency after hours contact numbers.

Experience Level:

Intermediate Level

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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.