Network Architect
KS-Overland Park
Req#: 18981BR
Date published: 13-Nov-2014
Opportunity: Experienced Hire
Business Line: Telecom
Business Plan: ENS
Level: 132
The Telecommunications Division delivers telecommunication infrastructure solutions to utilities, local and state government agencies and the commercial wireless industry. Through a unique combination of experience, expert resources and innovative solutions, Black & Veatch supports the entire range of both legacy and emerging technologies used in today’s wireless and wireline networks, voice, video, Internet and data systems and utility automation.
Position requires an individual that is well experienced in network engineering design and the ability to provide a technical leadership role on IT engagements and projects. Person possesses a unique set of skills that have been developed through years of experience in the engineering design business.. Their role is to support assessment and design activities, supervise and finalize engineering configurations, requirements and deliverables. Reviews general project objectives, definition of scope and development of concepts. Individual develops and monitors project control systems including schedules, man-day budgets, lists, bill of materials, etc. Person and their staff make decisions that directly affect the success of the project. Working knowledge of the other engineering disciplines for the purpose of coordinating with other departments, engineering managers, field personnel and clients. Will apply this knowledge in reviewing designs and resolving areas of concern.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
This Network Architect with be responsible for network
architecture design and planning for Smart Grid utility clients. This includes creating design
sketches, implementation and preliminary support of IP Private Networks.
Key duties include:
• Communicating directly with clients (sometimes non- technical clients) to identify current and
future communication needs and relay technical details in layman terms.
• Creating master communication plans to meet those client
needs and receive buy-in from the client
• Collaborate with and/or delegate responsibilities to a team of engineers.
• Assesses industry standards for models, and where appropriate, incorporates them into our
architecture standards.
• Participates as technical lead on major projects and
application roll-outs
• Responsible for completing and adhering to all Team processes and procedures and all
documentation/tools.
•Strong on documentation and processes.
•Capable of optimizing day-to-day operational stability with the continual need to improve the
service and deploy new services, processes and technologies.
• Create or expand utility communication systems
• Understands, advocates, and supports IT strategies.
• Mentors others on the Telecommunication team.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in engineering technology or sciences preferred or any other degree, specialized training, or experience, that makes the individual uniquely qualified to perform the job responsibilities. Minimum of 11 years related work experience
•11 years experience in IT industry.
• In depth knowledge of MPLS networks including experience
in designing and/or support of a private MPLS infrastructure.
• IP networking background focused on service provider or
carrier routing and switching
Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Experience in Engineering support or utility IT environment
• BS degree in Engineering, Computer Science, MIS, or related technical work experience
• Cisco CCIE/CCNP/CCDP certifications are desired, other certifications are a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral/presentation and written communication skills in both technical and
non-technical language.
• Up-to-date, broad knowledge in all current communications
and computing technologies and trends.
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