Verizon Wireless Equipment Engineer III

Responsibilities

Responsible for Engineering and Design of all cell equipment for multiple MSC's in the New England markets

Specific responsibilities include: Planning Engineering,Provisioning and Implementation of Alcatel Lucent eNBs, power plant systems and various antenna systems. Forecast future cell needs including, but not limited to, base stations, routers, circuit packs, floorspace & power. Develop and issue planning report for cell sites to be utilized by Region & HQ

Budgeting Work closely with Area and Manager to prepare and review annual budget Track all Capital requirements related to the cell sites Monitor all equipment expenditures Prepare purchase orders and ensure vendor payment utilizing PeopleSoft

Equipment Procurement & Optimization Ensure optimum equipment utilization and efficiency Oversee equipment installation and acceptance

Project Management Design, procure equipment and manage construction of new cell sites Aid in design, procurement and management of cell equipment expansions

Candidate must have experience with Alcatel Lucent BTS equipment and power plant systems. In addition, experience and proficiency with Excel, Access, Visio and PeopleSoft are a must. Must be self motivated and have ability to complete tasks with little supervision. Strong Project Management and Communication skills with the ability to work closely with Team members. B.S. Degree or minimum of 5 yrs equivalent Telecommunications experience.

Project management skills are needed for this position

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering preferred

Project management certifications are desired or equivalent work experience

5+ years in telecommunications desired

Functional Accountability

Provides technical and/or analytical support to solve a wide range of complex issues/problems. Periodically makes recommendations that aid in the successful completion of projects within a product or functional area; works with limited supervision; typically reports to Supervisor (Band 7) or on occasion Manager (Band 6)

Individual Contributor Role

Applies some advanced technical or analytical skills to the position or specialization. Identifies key issues and patterns from partial or conflicting data. May adapt procedures, processes, tools, equipment and techniques to accomplish the requirements of the position. May assist in the preparation of detailed costs analysis and justification for technical application changes.

Decision Making Authority

Receives supervision and occasional guidance on achieving objectives relative to a specific program task, project or initiative. At times, may work independently with limited supervision.

Work Complexity

Provides project or technical support in the development, analysis and maintenance of systems, software, processes, products or equipment. Assignments may involve more difficult issues; therefore uses experience, expertise and skills to solve problems that are more difficult but infrequent.

Knowledge and Skills

Requires a range of skills within a technical or professional discipline including familiarity with principles, theories, concepts and technologies to work on generally complex operational or technical activities and an applied knowledge of established procedures, policies and practices.

Education & Experience

For technical positions, High School or Technical Associates degree or equivalent work experience. For all other positions, Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience. Generally requires minimum of 2 to 5 yrs experience dependent on title. Example: Sr Specialist (minimum of 5 yrs), Lead Specialist (4 yrs), Specialist (3yrs), and Sr Analyst (2 yrs)

Equal Employment Opportunity

Reasonable accommodations where necessary, will be made for qualified candidates who have limitations due to permanent disabling conditions. Verizon is an equal opportunity employer.