Transmission Engineer

Location Sydney CBD
Discipline IT Executives
Job reference 179571
Salary Negotiable
Consultant email [email protected]

Role: Transmission Engineer - Network Migration

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Transmission Engineer to lead the migration of legacy transmission networks to next-generation optical communication systems. This role requires deep technical expertise in SDH, DWDM, Ethernet, ASON, and Layer 0/Layer 1 technologies, along with hands-on experience in network migration planning and execution.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyze and document legacy transmission networks and dependencies

  • Design and implement migration strategies to modern packet/optical platforms (DWDM, OTN, MPLS)

  • Perform traffic cutovers, commissioning, and rerouting with minimal service impact

  • Coordinate with internal teams, vendors, and customers for seamless transitions

  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues during and after migration

  • Conduct acceptance testing and update network records post-migration

Skills and Experience:

  • Strong knowledge of SDH/SONET systems and protocols (STM-1/4/16/64)

  • Expertise in DWDM, Ethernet, ASON, and Layer 0/Layer 1 transport networks

  • Experience with major vendors (e.g., Nokia, Huawei, Ciena, Cisco, Alcatel-Lucent)

  • Proficiency in NMS tools and service provisioning

  • Ability to interpret network diagrams and fiber plans

  • Experience in legacy-to-modern network migration is highly desirable

  • Scripting and automation experience for network configuration is a plus

  • B.E./B.Tech. in Electronics, Telecommunications, or related field

  • Strong communication and coordination skills

Apply now to be part of a high-impact transformation project in the telecom space.

Madhuri Mhanta
Key Accounts Consultant
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/madhuri-mhanta-5a4a7a17
+ 61 386 334 112

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