CONSULTING ENGINEER SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
Updated: Dec 26, 2024 - The Consulting Engineer possesses professional security consulting experience, with a deep understanding of penetration testing, red team practices, and current security technologies. Specializes in administering network services, managing Linux-based systems, and developing API integration scripts, ensuring robust security measures are in place. Expertise extends to analyzing TCP/IP network protocols and understanding malware construction, providing comprehensive insights into the cyber-criminal ecosystem.
Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Consulting Engineer Resume
- Penetration Testing
- Red Team Practices
- Network Security
- Linux System Management
- API Scripting
- Active Directory Administration
- TCP/IP Protocol Analysis
- Security Product Knowledge
- Malware Analysis
- SQL/NoSQL Database Management
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Effective Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Project Management
- Client Relations
- Strategic Planning
- Adaptability
- Analytical Thinking
- Continuous Learning
Summary of Consulting Engineer Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume
1. BS in Electrical Engineering with 4 years of Experience
- Experience writing code in development languages, such as Python, Java, Bash, C++ or similar.
- Experience working in AGILE methodology and knowledge of tools like Rally, and Jira.
- CI/CD knowledge (Jenkins, Go pipelines, Robot, Git, Artifactory)
- Experience working with deployment and orchestration technologies (such as Ansible, Docker, Kubernetes, OpenStack, Jenkins, robot framework).
- Experience working with Open Source, both as a user and community contributor.
- Experience handling critical customer issues and working towards resolution.
- Certification in networking, service provider, security, data center, or cloud.
- Project management skills with a high attention to detail
- Must have a good understanding of the sales process, be sensitive to sales situations, and possess excellent customer service skills
- Demonstrated experience in working with broad cross-functional teams
- Able to work as part of a geographically dispersed, global team.
2. BS in Mechanical Engineering with 3 years of Experience
- Experience in planning, designing, implementing, and solving Cisco Collaboration Contact Center solutions for enterprise and Service Provider environments.
- Experience in Cisco UCCE products – CUCM, ICM, CVP, CUSP, CUIC, Finesse, CUBE and Virtualization.
- Experience with Contact Center technologies like Agent Desktop, ICM Scripting, CVP Call Studio Scripting, Contact Centre Reporting.
- Understanding of telephony dial plan design, implementation, and call control/routing protocols such as H.323, MGCP, SIP, SCCP, Q.SIG, CAS, ISDN PRI, FXO, FXS, and POTS.
- Good in TCP/IP concepts and protocols like DHCP, DNS, TFTP, NTP, and LDAP.
- Experience with UCS B/C series platforms and VMware technologies such as vCenter, vSphere EXSi, and vSphere client.
- Knowledge of Collaboration QoS desired.
- Professional level (e.g. CCNP) or equivalent relevant certification desired.
- Knowledge of software programmability, automation, orchestration and/or virtualization.
- Excellent organizational, analytical, negotiation, and influence skills
- Ability to work independently, ability to adapt quickly, positive attitude
3. BS in Civil Engineering with 8 years of Experience
- Networking experience, including IP or data center related technologies.
- Technical pre-sales experience, including leading customer engagements and internal strategy meetings.
- In-depth knowledge of IP networking and architectures.
- Knowledge of Data Center networking, virtualization and architectures.
- Expereince with protocols including OSPF, ISIS, BGP, VXLAN and MPLS.
- Hands-on experience on major network vendor equipment.
- Experience selling to Data Center and large Enterprise accounts.
- Understanding of the latest technology trends in Network automation and programmability, Protocols including netconf/YANG, OpenConfig, Telemetry, Traffic engineering and network design, Protocols including Segment Routing, PCE, MPLS
- Proven track record of break through sales
- Strong mathematic abilities
- Professional work experience within the building services, energy management, or maintenance industry
4. BS in Computer Science with 5 years of Experience
- Experience in a relevant customer-facing role or in an end-user/customer environment
- Experience in professional security consulting experience
- Strong understanding of penetration testing and red team practices
- Good understanding of security product lines (NDR, EDR, SIEM, forensics-type platforms)
- Experience with Active Directory, LDAP, VPN, firewalls, policy management, and LAN/WAN/Internet services administration
- Experience with Linux-based systems, management, operation, and application stacks.
- Excellent understanding of TCP/IP network protocol suite including packet capture analysis
- Experience in delivering production-ready API integration scripts with Python or other scripting language(s).
- Understanding of modern malware construction techniques and the cyber-criminal ecosystem
- Good understanding of current security technologies and risks
- Basic understanding of SQL and non-SQL databases
5. BS in Chemical Engineering with 8 years of Experience
- Experience in IT consulting experience (server, workstation, and network support)
- Experience in-depth system engineering experience involving server and desktop hardware, software, and service solutions
- Technical certifications such as MCSE or CCNA
- Experience with server and desktop hardware
- Experience with Microsoft server and desktop operating systems
- Experience with Active Directory
- Experience with VMware
- Experience with antivirus, anti-spam, and backup software solutions
- Knowledge of switching and routing technologies
- Knowledge of Microsoft Exchange and SQL
- Technical report writing experience and skills
6. BS in Systems Engineering with 4 years of Experience
- Experience in computer science, computer engineering, or IT from good university with good academic results
- Strong functional knowledge of at least one PLM system - Teamcenter, Windchill, Enovia, preferably, Siemens Teamcenter
- Familiar with Digital Rights Management (DRM) and Identity Access Management (IAM) concepts
- Familiar with various CAD tools like NX, Creo, AutoCAD, Solidworks, CATIA etc.
- Experience in installation, upgrade, configuration and customization of PLM products and CAD tools.
- Proficient in shell/batch scripting, SQL, invoking REST APIs, XML etc.
- Proficient in debugging and troubleshooting
- Comfortable leading and working with a globally distributed team
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Experience working with remote teams both internal and external
- Passionate, proactive, great team player
7. BS in Environmental Engineering with 5 years of Experience
- Experience in software development
- Professional software development experience in Go Language
- Strong debugging skills and excellent collaboration skills
- Experience with these supporting technologies
- Knowledge of MPLS and Forwarding Information Base (FIB)
- Knowledge of Software Defined Networking (SDN), SD-WAN, Git, gRPC, YANG, API, SSL/TLS, XML
- Software development experience in Python
- Experience in resolving critical customer issues
- Experience with Agile development and/or DevOps working models CI/CD
- Experience with SDLC (Design, Development, Testing, Debugging, and Bug fixing)
- Experience with writing test tools and frameworks
8. BS in Electrical Engineering with 4 years of Experience
- CCIE R/S or CCIE DC certified, VCP, RedHat Certification
- Understand Security and Data Center architectures, including virtualization, experience in planning, design & implementation of Data Center infrastructure and security technologies
- Rich design and proven experience in ACI technology with Multi-POD.
- Knowledge and experience in Multi-Site ACI
- Strong Python/Java/JavaScript programming skills in Linux
- Good understanding and knowledge of Java, Linux, Python, Virtualization, OpenStack, Kubernetes, Container
- Able to design, deploy & support Cisco data center products with hands-on experience in the operation and configuration of Cisco network devices (e.g. routers, switches, Load Balancers, Storage Networks, Application Optimizers, and Servers
- Hands on experience with Nexus Product Family (N9K, N7K, N5K, N2K), and Vxlan, DCI, OTV technologies, as well as Catalyst series switches (2960/3560/3750/4500/6500/6800, etc)
- Public / Private Cloud experience and knowledge
- Excellent communication & interpersonal skills
9. BS in Mechanical Engineering with 18 years of Experience
- Has or has held a Westinghouse PWR 3 Loop senior reactor operator license
- Has or has held a Westinghouse PWR 3 Loop shift technical advisor qualification
- Experience with Operations Training and Development
- Experience with Operations Procedure Development
- Familiarity with modern digital control and instrumentation systems
- Familiarity with Westinghouse Ovation Control and Instrumentation system
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office Products including Teams and Visio
- Solid verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience in relevant Westinghouse PWR 3 Loop nuclear power plant operations
- Have some knowledge of technologies, such as Routing, Switching, data centers, Security, Virtualization, Collaboration, Wireless, Software or Network programmability & automation.
- Knowledge of adjacent technologies, holding Cisco Certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, DEVASC) or industry recognized certifications
10. BS in Civil Engineering with 5 years of Experience
- Experience and knowledge of software for simulation of power systems and protection coordination on transmission system.
- Technical and legal knowledge in renewable energy.
- Software/programming knowledge in those following programs will be valued: Electrical Simulation Programs, PSS/E, POWER FACTORY, ETAP, PSCAD, C Programming, Matlab, Simulink.
- Fluent English and Spanish both written and spoken.
- Adaptability and team work
- Interpersonal skills and time organization
- Attention to detail and problem solving
- Must be fluent in English and French (verbal and written).
11. BS in Computer Science with 6 years of Experience
- Ability to accept responsibility and account for actions.
- Ability to actively attend to, convey, and understand the questions of others.
- Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.
- Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
- Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company policy
- Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
- Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
- Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.
- Fluency in English both written and spoken.
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Passionate about networking, software, information technology, or computer science.
12. BS in Chemical Engineering with 5 years of Experience
- Experience in technical roles relating to wind turbine technology or wind farm operations.
- Prior experience at a wind turbine OEM or leading power producer/consulting firm in the renewables sector
- Specialist knowledge in one or more of RCA and failure investigation, performance analysis, wind farm operations and maintenance, life extension, electrical components
- Data analysis skills
- Knowledge of the latest predictive maintenance techniques relating to wind turbines
- Ability to prepare and deliver high-quality reports and presentations
- Confident project manager, able to work effectively under pressure, and experienced in client/customer management.
- Ability to work on-site in wind turbines
- Works effectively to deadlines with minimum supervision
- Strong problem-solving skills, collaborates well with colleagues regionally and globally
- A second European language (Spanish, German, French).
13. BS in Systems Engineering with 12 years of Experience
- Must have a proven ability to relate to customer representatives and executives at CxO level.
- Must have deep knowledge of arriving at Network Architecture and Network strategy in customer digital transformation journey.
- Skills and experience in working independently.
- Ability to coach and lead a large team of senior engineers
- Experience with at least 3 or more product lines like Catalyst 6500/4500/3850/6800.
- Engineer must be experienced in and have internal product and/or Architecture knowledge.
- Experience with at least one - Nexus 7K/5K/2K product lines
- Deep knowledge and experience BGP, OSPF, ISIS, IP/MPLS, QoS, Multicast.
- Experience Implementing /Supporting Layer 2, Layer 3 implementations for large turnkey projects
- Hands-on experience in Installation, Configuration troubleshooting and/or Network Solution designing for large turnkey and complex projects.
14. BS in Environmental Engineering with 10 years of Experience
- Experience on more product lines like CRS-1/CRS-3/CRS-X, GSR 12000, 7600, ASR9K/ASR1K
- Must be experienced and have internal product and/or Architecture knowledge.
- Deep knowledge and experience BGP, OSPF, ISIS, IP/MPLS, QoS, MPLS Traffic Engineering, Multicast.
- Hands-on experience in Installation, Configuration and troubleshooting and/or Network Solution designing of Cisco Routers and switches.
- Must have experience in Cisco (CSCO) products.
- Must have competitor platform knowledge - Alcatel Lucent (ALU) or Juniper (JNPR)
- Knowledge of Virtualization (VMWare, Openstack, Tail-f) technologies is vital.
- Cisco certifications (CCIE R&S, SP, DC etc.)
- Experience with Nexus 3K/5K/9K product lines
- Strong experience in scripting with Tcl/Expect, Python Java and Perl
- Good communications skills
15. BS in Electrical Engineering with 4 years of Experience
- Level 2 of relevant experience in Network administration
- Knowledge of VPN tunnel setup configurations on Palo Alto and Azure firewalls.
- Hands on experience and configuration on SD WAN implementation, design and troubleshooting
- Hands-on experience on Azure Load balancer and split tunnel VPN setup
- Knowledge of configuration of Cisco Stack and Nexus switches
- Demonstrate the ability to successfully manage multiple projects concurrently
- Capable and skilled at engaging with technical and non-technical stakeholders and communicating complex technical information in an accessible and clear way.
- Must be able to handle OS Hardening as per Business Requirement
- Strong troubleshooting of issues in the environment
- Comfortable presenting to broader communities, engaging with scoping and requirements elicitation activities, identifying client pain points, and supporting business development efforts.