Network Engineer - Wireless

Circet USA is the leading provider of Network Services in North America, and we're looking for talented professionals to join our team. We specialize in engineering and construction services delivering comprehensive solutions across Inside Plant, Outside Plant, and Wireless networks to meet the evolving infrastructure needs of our customers.

With nearly 50 years of industry experience, we work with major telecom service providers, MSOs, cloud service providers, and utilities. At Circet USA, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact by helping to create customized solutions that address our clients' unique challenges. If you’re passionate about innovation and thrive in a dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Circet USA’s benefits package includes the following:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Digital Health & Wellness Support
• Critical Illness, Accident, & Hospital Insurance
• Short-term & Long-term disability 
• Group term & Voluntary life insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts 
• Paid Time Off & 401K
• Company Discount Website

A Network Engineer - Wireless is a highly skilled professional who is responsible for the design, implementation, and management of complex data networks.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

Your role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining the networks that enable communication services. Here are some key aspects of your job:

• Input, update, and maintain network configuration and inventory data within the Verizon FUZE platform.
• Validate and verify data accuracy, ensuring alignment with Verizon CND standards and protocols.
• Ensure all network data entries adhere to Verizon’s quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Generate and update detailed reports on network design and inventory changes.
• Participate in team meetings to provide updates on data entry tasks and flag potential challenges.
• Systems Integration Support: Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate data from various network systems into the XNG platform. Identify and troubleshoot discrepancies between physical network inventory and digital records.

• Network Design: You'll design telecommunications networks that can handle voice, data, and video traffic efficiently. This includes planning the layout of network elements such as routers, switches, servers, and cables.
• Implementation: You'll be responsible for deploying network infrastructure according to the design specifications. This involves configuring hardware, installing software, and ensuring connectivity across the network.
• Maintenance and Troubleshooting: Networks require ongoing maintenance to ensure optimal performance and reliability. You'll monitor network performance, diagnose and resolve issues, and implement upgrades as needed.
• Security: Network security is critical in telecommunications to protect against cyber threats and unauthorized access. You'll implement security measures such as firewalls, encryption, and access controls.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other teams such as software developers, system administrators, and customer support to ensure seamless integration of network services and applications.
• Compliance and Standards: Adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements is essential. Ensure that network designs and implementations meet these standards. Conduct regular audits of network records to identify and rectify errors or inconsistencies.
• Emerging Technologies: The telecommunications industry is constantly evolving with advancements like 5G, IoT, and SD-WAN. You'll need to stay updated with these technologies and their implications for network infrastructure.
• Documentation: Maintaining accurate documentation of network configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps is crucial for efficient operation and future upgrades. Maintain documentation of processes and workflows related to data entry and management.
• Customer Support: Providing technical support to customers and internal teams is often part of the role, especially in diagnosing network-related issues and proposing solutions.
• Continuous Learning: Given the rapid pace of technological change in telecommunications, ongoing learning and skills development are essential to stay ahead in your field.

Overall, as a network engineer in telecommunications, your work plays a pivotal role in ensuring reliable and efficient communication services for businesses and consumers alike.

• Education: A bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, telecommunications, or a related field is strong preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in data entry or network engineering within the telecommunications industry
• Familiarity with Verizon’s Core Network Design (CND) systems and workflows.
• Proficiency in using the XNG platform for network data management is required.
• Proficiency in using the Verizon FUZE platform for data management is required. 

• Technical Skills: A strong understanding of networking concepts such as TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, VPNs, and subnetting. Knowledge of telecommunications protocols like SIP, MPLS, and VoIP is also beneficial.
• Certifications: Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or equivalent, is preferred.
• Experience: Relevant experience in network engineering or telecommunications is needed. This could include internships, co-op programs, or previous employment in IT or network-related roles.
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Network engineers need to diagnose and resolve complex network issues efficiently. Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Communication Skills: Effective communication is crucial to collaborate with colleagues, vendors, and clients to design, implement, and troubleshoot network solutions.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data management tools.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Understanding of Security: Knowledge of network security principles and practices is important to protect telecommunications networks from cyber threats.
• Knowledge of Industry Trends: Stay updated with emerging technologies such as 5G, SDN (Software-Defined Networking), NFV (Network Functions Virtualization), and IoT (Internet of Things), which are transforming the telecommunications landscape.
• Project Management Skills: Familiarity with project management methodologies can be beneficial for managing network upgrades, installations, or expansions.
• Continuous Learning: The telecommunications industry evolves rapidly. A commitment to ongoing learning and professional development is needed in order to stay current with new technologies and industry trends.

Circet USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity