Transmission Design Professional

**Transmission Design Professional - ESN**:

- Job Req ID: 41563- Posting Date: 6 Dec 2024- Function: Engineering- Unit: Networks- Location: Deansgate, Manchester, United Kingdom- Salary: Competitive Salary + Great BenefitsJob Req ID: 41563

Posting Date: 9/12/2024

Function: ESN Networks

Location: Manchester

**Why this job matters**:
The Emergency Services Network (ESN) is a huge strategic priority for BT and our commitment to do the best for our customer and our country. ESN will be one of the most advanced Emergency Services Networks in the world. and BT is proud to the official supplier providing mission critical and trusted communications for Britain’s Emergency Services. The ESN will replace the existing Airwave network and building upon on EE’s existing 4G network and to provide essential new voice, data services, and critical communications services to 300,000 members of frontline emergency service users.

You will be key to transmission delivery for all ESN mobile technologies in the Radio Access Network. Working closely with the Senior Transmission manager and team you’ll be responsible for providing a key dependency that will allow us to remain at the forefront of 4G and able to provide the best possible experience for ESN. This is a strategic position with multiple areas of the business relying on our team to provide their backhaul solution. It’s not always easy, there will be bumps in the road but the benefits of delivering are there for all to see.

**What you’ll be doing**:

- Work with peers, managers and other stakeholders to assess risks and mitigation of issues affecting cell site transmission and transport layer connectivity to ESN cell sites. Work with Operational and Design teams to assist in analysis, support and resolution of ESN related faults that may be caused by transmission issues
- Analyse and identify resilient connectivity solutions that may be required to ensure ESN coverage availability targets can be met using an agreed set of design rules. Own processes designed to ensure continuous improvement for ESN products and services
- Assist in network planning activities as directed to identify connectivity solutions appropriate for new-build ESN cell sites that are technically fit for purpose, future proofed and representative of the lowest possible TCO
- Work with BT regulatory teams to respond to information requests from DMSL, Ofcom, Home Office, MBNL and other formal bodies. Duties to include gathering and review of information to be sent as part of BT’s formal response to such requests
- Partner with key stakeholders to ensure accuracy of all records relating to ESN cell site connectivity (such as resilient connectivity, fibre, microwave, or satellite backhaul)

**The skills you’ll need**:

- Troubleshooting
- Network Delivery
- Network Testing
- Technical Documentation
- Inclusive Leadership

**What we would like to see on your CV**:

- Exposure to 5G, LTE, LTE-A, and other 3GPP architectures and the relevant transport requirements to support them
- Experience in mobile/fixed telecommunications industry in a design or planning role with business-critical, high-availability systems and networks
- Background in managing relationships with suppliers and third parties of product/feature selection and of delivering those products into a production environment. Good communication skills with the ability to broker agreement across teams and presenting & communicating technical information to both technical & non-technical personnel
- Additional skills or experience in Optical Communications, Mircowave point to point radio, Satellite Transmission Services, Operational Support Systems, Network Management Systems and Data Engineering, would be beneficial

**Benefits**:
At BT, we entertain, educate, and empower millions of people every single day. We’re a brand built on connecting people - whether that’s friends, family, businesses, or communities. Working here, you’ll receive an attractive salary and a range of competitive benefits, but - more than that - you’ll be joining an ambitious organisation with a culture of togetherness, collaboration, and inclusivity, that takes a genuine and proactive interest in your progress and development.
- Competitive salary
- 10% on target annual bonus
- BT Pension scheme, minimum 5% Employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
- X4 Salary Life Assurance
- 25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service
- Huge range of flexible benefits including cycle to work, healthcare, season ticket loan
- World-class training and development opportunities
- Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes
- Discounted broadband, mobile and TV package
- Access to 100’s of retail discounts including the BT shop

**Flexible Working**
This role offers a 3 together, 2 wherever working model. This means you are required to be at your contractual location 3 days a week with 2 flexible days per week.

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