MPLS Engineer

A recognized services organization in New Jersey is currently seeking a new MPLS Engineer for a promising opportunity with their growing staff. In this role, the MPLS Engineer will be responsible for engaging the project management, maintenance, and administration of the client's MPLS Network and assisting with associated non-MPLS components, consisting of digital microwave ring and radio over IP network.

***This is a Hybrid opportunity requiring the qualified professional to work at least 2 days a week onsite.***

Responsibilities:

The MPLS Engineer will:

• Develop schedules and procedures (SOW/MOP) for planned maintenance or upgrades
• Coordinate with Change Management team to properly schedule efforts in accordance with the CLIENT'S outage/maintenance window guidelines
• Produce and continually update necessary reference documentation to include all equipment (using vendor cut sheets), configurations and interconnection details
• Review all release notes, TSB's, PCN's etc. as they relate to the MPLS and microwave networks
• Provide guidance on potential need to upgrade
• Determine any end of life or end of support concerns and provide guidance on how to replace aged/sunset equipment or software
• Provide details on active issues and recommendations for resolution
• Receive and review contractor proposals for accuracy and completeness
• Support the creation of necessary paperwork for procurement of goods and services related to LMR network hardware and software
• Participate in department audit process of all MPLS network elements to validate configuration and hardware required to meet LMR needs
• Perform other duties, as needed

• Nokia certified/qualified on the following equipment: 7705 SAR-8 and SAR-18; 7210 SAS-K5 and SAS-K12; 9500 MPR; MSS-1; Network Services Platform; Network Functions Manager - Packet (NFM-P); and, TSM-8000 Network Management System
• Fully versed in MPLS design, administration, and management
• Familiar and/or proficient with CISCO and EXTREME architecture
• Versed/proficient in the use of Wireshark
• Familiar with C-Squared Systems Site Portal MOM (Manager of Managers)
• Great interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong attention to detail
• Highly organized