Job#: 3028942 Job Description: Transport Network Engineer - LD / ULH
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Richardson, TX | Hybrid (2 days onsite)
We're looking for an experienced
Transport Network Engineer to support planning, engineering, and capacity expansion across U.S. Long Distance (LD) and Ultra-Long Haul (ULH) transport networks, including
SONET, DWDM, and OTN Mesh.
What you'll do:- Plan, forecast, and manage LD/ULH transport capacity and network builds
- Engineer logical transport designs and execute CCR-driven capacity augments
- Perform wavelength optimization, diversity analysis, and long-term capacity planning
- Develop equipment specs, BOMs, diagrams (Visio), and implementation plans
- Coordinate with NOC, operations, real estate, project management, and vendors
- Maintain accurate network inventory and support outage restorations
- Mentor junior engineers and support strategic network initiatives
What we're looking for:- BS in Engineering (or equivalent experience)
- 5-10 years designing SONET and DWDM transport systems
- Strong logical transport knowledge (non-physical design focus)
- Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Nice to have: Experience with
ICON, CCP, BGW, MECCA, Nautilus, Canvas, TCOMS, or nSAPHybrid role with occasional on-call support
High-impact work supporting critical network infrastructure
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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