Ethernet Engineer

Seeking a highly motivated and experienced Ethernet Engineer to join this team and gain experience as an individual contributor in many areas of engineering as part a Tier 1 service provider. This individual will be responsible for gathering engineering information, creating/updating designs, equipment logistics, and dispatching field engineers with a detailed statement of work. Other responsibilities may include network optimization and processing customer disconnects and change orders. Responsibilities Engineer is responsible for managing and completing projects as assigned in a timely manner. Majority of projects will be related to new service engineering, but special projects may include network audits, network configuration/inventory verification, the creation of network tools & reports, and other projects as assigned. Engineer will be responsible for creating and updating network documentation and drawings. Candidate should have strong Visio and writtenskills. Candidate should be detail oriented and a great deal of attention to detail and accuracy. Coordinate moving deployable equipment between markets and maintain accurate stocking levels. Replenish inventory as stocking levels pass thresholds to ensure equipment availability for the growth of production network. Qualifications Bachelor of Science degree (B. S.) or equivalent from four-year University or technical school 1 to 2 years related experience Working knowledge of the Layer 2 and Layer3 networking including STP, G.8032, MPLS/VPLS, and VLANs. Strong understanding of Microsoft Office and Visio as these applications are critical for day to day functions. Comfortable working with equipment such as Cisco, Juniper, Accedian, Cyan and other carrier-class Ethernet hardware. Great organization skills are a must. Knowledge of the MEF service specifications and terminology is a huge plus. Pay Rate: $30 to $35 per hour Benefits: Locus offers medical, dental, vision, life, 401k and paid time off to all full time employees.