Network Design Engineer (Telecommunications)
5 months initially
Bristol, UK – Hybrid – working from home options available, though required in the office as and when business requires.
75 per hour inside IR35 / Umbrella
Due to the urgent nature of the role candidates must have current/transferrable SC Security Clearance
Job Spec:
The client own’s the contract to run and modernise the UK MOD satellite network, Skynet. As part of this programme, we are looking for an experienced Telecoms engineer with current expertise in the design and implementation of VoIP networks. Experience in the design and security aspect of Military communication networks would also be valuable. This role will be responsible for:
• To assist in the design of a new VoIP system, and upgrades to current TDM & IP infrastructure, to deliver the new service capability.
• To maintain and administer the legacy PBX platforms.
• Ensuring new services and systems meet UK security requirements.
• Managing obsolescence within the existing TDM system to ensure the system remains supportable and compliant to security requirements.
• Managing the installation and configuration of new system elements.
• Test and commissioning of new equipment and services.
• Providing third line support to operations teams.
Who we’re looking for:
• Someone for whom collaboration and working in partnership comes naturally. A confident communicator with the ability to negotiate.
• You will also be self-motivated with an energetic attitude, being able to transform complex problems into simple, elegant solution.
• Capable of working within a team and providing knowledge and direction to the team
• A person who is resilient and adaptable, who can navigate ambiguity and complexity and help teams own and deliver day to day.
The successful candidate will need to demonstrate the above qualities and Must have:
• Excellent knowledge of TDM & VoIP network architectures.
• Working knowledge of multiple voice routing media, must include ISDN & SIP.
• Experience in the design and delivery of VoIP communication networks.
• Experience with hosted voice platforms.
• Have worked at a telecoms or satellite communication company.
Would ideally have:
• Good understanding of telephony billing & reporting platforms and software.
• Experience with the MILSATCOM domain but not essential.
• Unified Communications, Contact Centre technology and IVR structure & design.
• Experience in the design of military communication systems.
• Experience with SD-WAN technologies.
Education and qualifications
• Certification/Accreditation in multiple vendor PBX & VoIP systems.
• Degree or equivalent in a relevant Engineering Discipline
• Cisco accreditation - CCNA, CCNP an advantage.