Consulting Engineer - Houston

As a Consulting Engineer at Apex Systems in Houston, your main responsibilities will include deploying SD-WAN solutions across approximately 350 sites, offering your expertise in network design, and solving complex network issues for our clients. Additionally, you'll work independently to craft innovative solutions tailored to customer needs, utilizing your technical knowledge to ensure seamless operations and optimal performance.

To qualify for the Consulting Engineer role at Apex Systems in Houston, candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in network engineering, with a strong focus on SD-WAN and network design. Eligible candidates must also possess citizenship, permanent residency, or a Green Card. A capacity for innovative problem-solving and a technical background across various related technologies will greatly enhance your application.

The Consulting Engineer position at Apex Systems involves about 30% travel within Texas. This means you'll have the opportunity to work on-site at various locations, ensuring that our SD-WAN deployments are executed smoothly while enjoying travel reimbursements; it’s an excellent chance to experience the dynamics of different environments!

The Consulting Engineer contract at Apex Systems is expected to last between 6 to 8 months. However, there is potential for contract extension or conversion to a permanent position, depending on both personal performance and the evolving needs of our clients.

The pay range for the Consulting Engineer position at Apex Systems in Houston is between $81.00 and $88.00 per hour on a W-2 basis. This competitive rate reflects the level of expertise and experience that we expect from our candidates, coupled with the complex and impactful work you'll be doing in the field.

When answering this question, focus on specific projects you've worked on involving SD-WAN implementations. Highlight your understanding of the technology, the challenges faced during deployment, and how you overcame them, demonstrating your problem-solving skills and technical expertise relevant to the Consulting Engineer role.

Discuss your systematic approach to troubleshooting, such as using analytical tools, isolating issues, checking configurations, and validating setups. Don't forget to include specific examples of how your strategies have successfully resolved complex network problems in past positions.

Share your methods for project management, such as utilizing planning tools, setting timelines, and maintaining communication with stakeholders. Mention any methodologies you follow like Agile or SCRUM, alongside examples that demonstrate your ability to juggle multiple tasks without compromising on quality.

In your response, underline the importance of clear communication, understanding customer needs, and delivering timely solutions. Provide examples where you directly contributed to customer satisfaction through follow-up, addressing issues proactively, and adapting to client preferences during projects.

Choose an example that showcases your adaptability and eagerness to integrate new technology into your skill set. Highlight the learning process, steps you took to get up to speed, and how you successfully applied that knowledge in a project setting.

Discuss the resources you use, such as industry blogs, online courses, webinars, and professional networks. Mention any certifications you pursue and how you apply newly acquired knowledge to real-world situations, showing your commitment to continuous learning.

Talk about whether you prefer collaborative team settings, autonomous work, or a mix of both. Emphasize the factors that help you perform best, such as supportive leadership, access to resources, and a culture of innovation that aligns with Apex Systems’ values.

Provide specific examples of challenges, including technical difficulties and deadlines, and explain the solutions you implemented. Highlight your critical thinking and creative problem-solving abilities relevant to the Consulting Engineer position.

Discuss your conflict resolution approach—prioritize active listening and empathy, focus on compromising solutions, and maintaining professionalism throughout the process. Share an example demonstrating your successful navigation of a similar scenario.

Articulate your admiration for Apex Systems’ reputation in the industry, the challenges that excite you about the role, and how your values align with the company's. Highlight specific aspects of the role that inspire you and how you envision contributing to the team.