Network Consulting Engineer - II

Job#: 1363805

Job Description:

Apex Systems, the Nation’s 2nd largest Technical Staffing and Services Firm, has an opening for a Network Engineer with a Fortune 500 Company in location in New Jersey, Contract Position!  *If you are interested in this role, please email your resume to [email protected] 

JOB TITLE:  Network Engineer

MUST HAVE SKILLS (Most Important): 

• Router configuration and provisioning experience
• CCNA/CCNP or Nokia NRS Certification
• Transport Equipment experience
• Telecom switching center experience 

DESIRED SKILLS:  

• Previous Wireless switch/network experience.
• Nokia router configuration experience.  

JOB DUTIES:

• Engineer will be responsible for configuring and provisioning routers in a complex network and integrating them into the network remotely.
• Building files for integration of the routers so they can be reached remotely and working with Field Engineers to bring equipment online in the Network.
• Advanced operation of switching, transport, data communications and peripheral equipment associated with the Mobile Switching Center (MSC).
• Transport testing of fiber will be required to ensure that fiber is working within specifications.
• Will work with multiple stakeholders to complete projects efficiently, update trackers, and complete necessary milestones for projects.
• Contractor will need to be able to work in a complex environment with very little supervision to complete projects.  

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:

A technical degree in Networking, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications or Computer Science is desired. CCNA/CCNP (Routing and Switching) or Nokia NRS Certification highly desired. 

LOGISTICS: Shift: 5 days a week in the office

Position will be 8 AM - 5PM work for most of the project, but some night work may be required should the need arise.    

Location will be one of 4 different locations: Jersey City, Branchburg, Wayne, and Wall - all in NJ.  We'd look to rotate for both training and coverage purposes.

EEO Employer

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