Core Network Planning Engineer

Job Summary Performs routine tests that support deployment readiness decision. Responsibilities Handle transmission planning equipment inventory. Handle transmission equipment procurement process and track equipment delivery. Overall project planning, delivery, and update of the milestone project plan. Support the team in the planning, dimensioning, and deployment of optical transport equipment Coordinate and manage equipment deployment. applicable Provide weekly reports on capacity, inventory, and utilization of transmission configurations. and carrier equipment Provide detailed engineering documentation to support and ensure the success of required projects. This will involve site surveys, gathering field data, and generating reports on the current capacity and database. Supporting the effective management and documentation/ assignment of infrastructures /Facility space, Racks, and ports in POPs. Provide the required technical support for repeated operational issues. Handle and track the RMA process for defective equipment. You will be required to work closely with the Technical Sales team and Network Planning, Implementation and Operations team Competencies Required: Basic understanding of SDH, Carrier Ethernet Technology, quality of service and network management concepts is necessary SDH, OTN knowledge and/or experience working in a telecommunications environment Ability to interpret topography, network design maps and CAD Designs Knowledge of a vendor network management system Qualifications 1-3 years' related experience Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Computer Engineering or related field preferred CCNA certification would be an added advantage