WR Systems Design Engineer

My client is seeking a WR Systems Design Engineer for Concord, CA. The contract is initially until the end of the year but may be extended.

Job Description:

Designs and engineers new network elements and expansions and prepares plans for integration into the existing network. Determines system specifications, input/output processes and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility. Coordinates design of subsystems and integration of total system.
Responsible for design and engineering of network elements (NSS, BSS, and/or Transmission) for the Region/ Markets. Builds equipment in Engineering database. Prepares and authors the network engineering documentation (qualitative/quantitative) for presentation to other functional teams. Works with cross functional teams (Market/FSC) to communicate the engineering design plan in support of the development and deployment of network upgrades/enhancements and core node parameter standardization in the markets. Supports the markets with the implementation efforts.Performs traffic engineering, traffic studies. Interfaces frequently with Transport engineering. Issues work orders to market and national operations teams pertaining to the configuration of traffic patterns, new node implementation, trunk migration, etc

Minimum Requirements:
In-Depth knowledge of various vendor equipment, such as Nortel, Nokia, Ericcson, or Alcatel.
Knowledge of Microsoft office applications
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong Analytical skills.
Bachelor?s Degree in electrical engineering
2-4 years Network Engineering experience
1-2 years relevant telecommunications experience


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