Backhaul Transport Engineer

Position Overview:Job Title: Cell site Ethernet Backhaul Transport EngineerLocation Options: Wallingford, CT or Medway, MAWorking Model: Hybrid (2 days per week in-office)Role Focus:The engineer will focus on configuration and documentation of Ethernet backhaul routers and switches used for wireless fronthaul and backhaul, with a particular emphasis on Nokia routers.Required Skills:TransportWAN Network Engineering Experience: Previous experience working as a Transport or WAN network engineer.Routing & Switching Knowledge: Advanced understanding of routing and switching hardwaresoftware, especially with Nokia or Alcatel products (such as IXR-E, 7705, 7750-A8, 7750-SR7, 7750 SR12).5G Virtualized RAN Understanding: Familiarity with 5G Virtualized RAN deployments.IP Network Knowledge: Strong knowledge of IP networks, including subnetting, routing protocols, MPLS, and hands-on CLI interface experience.CircuitPath Inventory Systems: Previous experience using tools like GraniteXNG, CND, or similar inventory systems.Preferred (Nice-to-Have) Skills:Certifications:Nokia Certifications (NRS, SRA, MRP)CISCO Certifications (CCNA, CCIP, CCIE)DWDM Optical Systems Experience: Experience working with systems like Ciena 6500 and Fujitsu 9500.Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or equivalent military experience.Wireless Voice & Data Services Experience: Experience with CDMA and LTE services.Test Equipment Experience: Experience with JDSU and EXPO spectrum analyzers and OTDR (Optical Time Domain Reflectometer).Nokia Router Tools: Familiarity with Nokia router translation tools such as Service Portal.Granite Expertise: Advanced experience with Granite network management tools.Work Environment:Hybrid Role: 2 days per week in-office at either Medway, MA or Wallingford, CT.Remote Work: The engineer can work remotely for the other 3 days of the week.What you didn't know about us:Competitive salaryHealth, Dental and Vision BenefitsShortLong Term Disability and CriticalCareIllness ProtectionLife Insurance and Retirement PlansEmployee Assistance ProgramWith this position, you will get the opportunity to work with our game changing clients and further advance your already valuable experience in the telecom industry!We are Connectors. We thrive on "˜quality over quantity' and put in the work building strong relationships. We create connections, discover qualities, uncover skills, and place people with accuracy. We are your true partner!We are Collaborators. You'll be working with a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kelly and part of the Kelly Telecom division. It allows us to be as nimble and fiercely competitive as a startup while having the backing of a multibillion dollar publicly traded company which has been in business for 75 years. With direct access to hiring managers, services don't stop at standard recruiting processes. We use our expertise to improve your application skills and provide ongoing career support.We give 247 Support. We are in this together. Weprovide around the clock availability, competitive employeebenefits, and continuously check-in to make sure things are going smoothly.Check out our Glassdoor page!

Created: 2025-02-21