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Description:

Responsible for engineering and design of all macro and small cell site equipment for both new deployment and modification projects in SoCal.

Specific responsibilities include: planning, engineering, provisioning and implementation of Ericsson equipment. Using a Verizon proprietary software FUZE, perform all equipment ordering through Engineering Orders and Bills of Material, and provide financial management for ordering and receiving. Manage and maintain equipment related dates, equipment inventory for the cell site build plan.

Required to perform power and HVAC calculations as necessary to properly size equipment based on demand.

Work closely with equipment vendors to ensure on-time or expedited equipment delivery as needed, stay up-to-date on the latest updates on standard equipment and ensure quality products are received from the vendors.

The Equipment Engineer will need to keep up with the latest technology and be ready to implement the latest trends in the build plan.

In the design phase, the Equipment Engineer will work closely with the Budgeting, Finance, Construction, Real Estate, and RF Teams and their vendors to incorporate the latest equipment standards in cell site design and review Construction Drawings for all projects. In the construction phase, the Equipment Engineer will be responsible for ordering equipment for all new macro cell site, work closely with the Construction Engineer to ensure equipment is available when the GC has the site prepped and receive on Purchase Orders when equipment has arrived.

The Equipment Engineer will work closely with the Equipment Distribution Center to coordinate all equipment receiving, inventory and releases to the GCs.

Must be self-motivated, self-managed, and have the ability to complete tasks with little supervision.

Strong Project Management and Communication skills with the ability to work closely with Team members.

You’ll need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree or three or more years of work experience.

• Three or more years of relevant work experience.

• Experience with financial management related to purchase orders.

Even better if you have one or more of the following:

• A Bachelors degree.

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Must be able to create a working tracker using functions such as VLOOKUP or PivotTable.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and Google Suite.

• Knowledge of DC power systems used in the telecommunications environment.

• Knowledge of cellular network architecture and Ericsson equipment.

• Strong analytical, interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.

• Demonstrated effective time management skills, ability to work independently and make decisions within the guidelines of company business standards.

• Results oriented, strong sense of urgency, proactive and flexible.

If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above.

Where you’ll be working

In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and a minimum eight assigned office days per month that will be set by your manager.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Equal Employment Opportunity

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer - and celebrate our employees’ differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion page to learn more.

Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon. From health and wellness benefits, short term incentives, 401(k) Savings Plan, stock incentive programs, paid time off, parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, plus other incentives, we’ve got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package. For part-timers, your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances.

If you are hired into a California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, Nevada, New York, Rhode Island, Washington or Washington, D.C. work location, the compensation range for this position is between $72,000.00 and $134,000.00 annually based on a full-time schedule. The salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive based position with the potential to earn more. For part time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours.

You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely. We power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what matters most. If that inspires you, start the next chapter of your career here.