TELECOM/NETWORK ENGINEER

Job Title: TELECOM/NETWORK ENGINEER Location: Rochester, MN Duration: Temp - 12 months Pay Range: $70/hr $71.35/hr (W2) Job ID: 409989 About BCforward BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity. Job Description We are seeking a Telecom/Network Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in enterprise routing and switching, telecom/data network architecture, and infrastructure deployment and a proven ability to design, implement, manage, and troubleshoot large-scale network environments. Responsibilities: Participate in technical direction, architecture design, and product selection for the enterprise telecom/data network under general supervision. Design, configure, deploy, manage, support, and troubleshoot network infrastructure including switching and routing. Exercise independent judgment and address complex technical issues under general direction. Provide input to short and long-term strategy and budget planning for the network and telecom domain. Plan and lead small projects, coordinating internal and external resources to meet customer and business needs. Communicate project status to stakeholders and project proponents with clear documentation. Assist with the deployment of telecom/network technologies across access and distribution layers. Oversee assigned tasks for project team members and provide input to evaluations when requested. Support implementations and troubleshooting efforts that may affect patient care and financial operations. Represent Telecommunications and Networks on committees as requested. Required Skills & Qualifications: Expert knowledge of telecom/network concepts and the 7-layer OSI model, with strong troubleshooting across Layers 1-3. Hands-on experience configuring and installing Cisco Catalyst switches (C9000 series) and routers (C8000 series). Experience deploying network equipment at the access and distribution layers. Knowledge of telecom/network management and monitoring tools. Basic understanding of desktop and server operating systems. Ability to work with minimal direction while collaborating effectively within a team-based engineering environment. Customer-focused communication with strong interpersonal skills across varied stakeholder levels. Good organizational and time management skills to manage concurrent projects. Solid analytical and problem-solving skills. Education and experience meeting one of the pathways listed in the Education section. Preferred Skills: MEC (Multi-Chassis EtherChannel) configuration experience. SD-WAN deployment or administration experience. Education: Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and a minimum of two (2) years of professional technical work experience. Associate's degree and a minimum of four (4) years of professional technical work experience. Six (6) or more years of professional technical work experience in lieu of a degree. Why BCforward? At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to: Competitive compensation and benefits. Opportunities for growth with global clients. A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people. Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects. About Our Commitment BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Interested? Apply Now! If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your most recent resume. BC Forward Asymbl