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Equipment EngineerNextGen | GTA: A Kelly Telecom Company • Fort Washington, PA, US
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Equipment Engineer

Equipment Engineer

NextGen | GTA : A Kelly Telecom Company • Fort Washington, PA, US
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Job Title : Equipment Engineer – CRAN Hub (Field-Based)

Location : Fort Washington, PA (Initial remote / work from home until office completion in 2026)

Schedule : Hybrid – 3 days in office / 2 days remote

Engagement Type : Long-term contract

Target Experience Level : 7–10 years (flexible for highly qualified candidates with 3+ years of relevant CRAN experience)

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Equipment Engineer with strong experience in CRAN Hub environments to support engineering and design activities for 4G / 5G network infrastructure. This is not a traditional Verizon equipment engineering role—rather, it focuses on CRAN Hub implementation, logistics coordination, and equipment lifecycle management . The position is field-based , and candidates must reside locally.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide engineering and design support for all equipment used in CRAN Hub deployments.
  • Manage and support equipment order logistics in coordination with the Equipment Engineering team.
  • Create and process Material Requests and track equipment orders and inventory
  • Forecast equipment needs based on project start dates and deployment schedules.
  • Ensure proper tracking and accountability of all network components and expenditures.
  • Prepare and manage purchase orders , coordinate with vendors, and ensure timely payment processing.
  • Drive equipment procurement optimization to reduce costs and improve delivery timelines.
  • Oversee equipment receipt, acceptance, and quality assurance processes.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure project milestones are met on time and within budget.
  • Maintain strong project management and communication skills to coordinate efforts across multiple teams.

Required Qualifications

  • CRAN Hub experience (non-negotiable).
  • Strong understanding of 4G and 5G CRAN / RAN architecture
  • Knowledge of Small Cell and DAS systems
  • Familiarity with Samsung and / or Nokia equipment (e.g., vDUs, IXREs).
  • Proven ability to manage logistics, forecasting, and vendor coordination in a fast-paced environment.
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Verizon tools such as CQ, ConQuest, Fuze, and SPM
  • Prior experience in small cell and C-band deployments
  • Background in telecommunications network design and field implementation
  • Education / Certifications

  • Formal degree not required. Equivalent experience in telecommunications engineering, network deployment, or related technical disciplines will be considered.
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