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What you’ll be doing...

As an Interconnect Engineer, you will be part of a team that works with the latest technology to provide our customers access to our many network components including 5G systems. You will be responsible for providing end to end technical oversight and project management for transport network expansion projects. These projects focus on the expansion of the network hubs in support of EBH, dark fiber, ngMLS, and microwave network.

• Providing technical support and project management for the design, acquisition, and implementation for all equipment supporting Network infrastructure projects including, but not limited to network hub power/space/cooling, equipment installation, equipment integration, and network readiness.

• Planning, designing, and implementing the latest transport technologies in support of our 5G network rollout, in addition to, supporting the existing 4G LTE infrastructure.

• Managing vendor selection, contract negotiation, RFP and ongoing relationships.

• Utilizing an internal database to document all fiber assets, and design end to end circuit paths to include equipment configurations and card/port assignments.

• Developing and maintaining circuit delivery schedules for each project and actively managing and driving the vendors to meet our deliverables.

• Running various utilization reports to evaluate capacity, and issue design changes as needed to maintain optimal performance of the network.

• Working with Network planning on strategic initiatives to develop future technology solutions that support our infrastructure.

• Collaborating with other network groups to ensure projects meet expectant demands in support of the company’s objectives.

• Managing capital spending on a monthly basis to align with forecasted spend and project timelines.

What we’re looking for...

You’ll need to have:

• Bachelor's degree or four or more years of work experience.

• Three or more years of relevant work experience.

• Experience in the cellular/telecommunications industry.

• Valid Driver's license.

• Willingness to travel up to approximately 25% of the time.

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

• Three or more years of relevant work experience with an emphasis on power, space, and cooling requirements.

• Knowledge of IP addressing, routing principles, and network design.

• Demonstrated experience with Granite or CND circuit database.

• PMP Certification.

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 assigned office days set by your manager.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Equal Employment Opportunity

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