Center Engineer - II at Apex Systems in Richardson, TX

Job#: 2048664

Job Description:

Apex Systems is seeking a Center Engineer to join the team with our client in the Network Infrastructure industry!
If interested in this opportunity, please review the job description below then email your up-to-date resume to Wyatt via [email protected] with the job# 2048664 referenced in the subject line.
Location: Richardson, TX
Rate: $34/hr-$40/hr based on experience
Responsibilities:

Responsible for Engineering and Design support of all equipment for multiple project types.
Supporting the equipment engineering team with equipment order logistics.
Creating Material Requests.
Forecast future needs based on project start dates.
Ensure proper tracking of all components.
Monitor all equipment expenditures.
Prepare purchase orders and ensure vendor payment.
Equipment Procurement & Optimization.
Oversee equipment receipt and acceptance.
Strong Project Management and Communication skills with the ability to work closely with Team members.
Center Engineer needed to drive the deployment of conventional and next generation core network technologies; including Access Unification, ROADM, NGROADM, Ultra Long-Haul (ULH), OTN Mesh, MSPP, DXC and associated electronics.
Partner with stakeholders to develop project plans, timelines and schedules.
Resolve issues in a timely manner to ensure internal and external commitments are met.
Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to recommend enhancements to increase productivity and efficiency.
Drive and manage vendor and outsource teams to meet construction timelines.
Proven ability to communicate effectively at multiple levels: from team members to executive management
Proven ability to negotiate and motivate others
Demonstrates excellent problem solving skills, self-motivation, leadership, and team orientation
Demonstrates analytic, technical, and organizational skills.

Qualifications

5 +years in driving cross-functional projects, vendor management, and outsource teams.
Effective interpersonal and team building capabilities.
Strong project planning and time management
Demonstrates excellent verbal, written, analytical and communication skills.
Demonstrates ability to influence organizational direction and initiatives across all leadership levels.
Experience with SRM/SAP as well as expense and/or capital budgets.
Demonstrates excellent problem-solving skills.
Demonstrates expert knowledge and proven experience with the full suite of Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Project, and the Clarity Software Application suite.
Demonstrates competency in Telecommunications technologies, networks and business processes.
Proven track record of leading multiple complex projects to successful completion.
PMP Certification is a plus.

EEO Employer

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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.