Job#: 3023828 Job Description: Fully remoteDescription:The Outside Plant Engineer position is responsible for designing additions, upgrades, repairs, and enhancements to the Outside Plant electronics telephony network which includes all structures (such as poles and conduit systems), cable (copper & fiber) and associated equipment for aerial, underground, buried, and customer premise equipment.
- The Engineer will coordinate with a variety of client departments and also have direct customer contact with builders, building managers, property owners, and residential and business end users.
- The Engineer needs the ability to work in a diverse environment of business and residential topologies, and must be able to solve complex problems with innovative solutions.
- The Engineer must be able to price out solutions and select the most effective, efficient, and timely design.
- The Engineer has the authority, up to a set dollar limit, to choose and implement solutions independently.
- The ability to work in a team is critical.
- Engineer will be working on Local Law 97 switch decommission work as it relates to any OSP electronics equipment that is connected to the TDM switch which is being retired.
Required Skills/Experience: 1.Bachelor degree in Engineering or technical/science/mathematics fields.
2.Proficient computer skills (windows-based programs and corporate database systems).
3.Superior analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
4.Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
5.Solid written and oral communications skills are necessary.
Desired Skills/Experience: (valuable, but not required to obtain the position) 1.Prior working experience and basic knowledge of telecom Outside Plant Engineering Practices and systems such as Telcordia systems LFACs, Switch, LEIS and Tirks.
2.Experience with the CAD programs as well as high proficiency with MS Excel and/or MS Access."
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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