Network Engineer

Network Engineer

Seeking a Network Engineer with 3-5 years of Network Engineering, System Engineering or Wireless Communications experience (preferred).

The role will focus on the design, deployment and documentation of video solutions for this system. Responsible for overseeing all technical aspects of assigned project(s) from award until system acceptance. Final Design and implementation of the video network including infrastructure, VMS, and camera equipment. Delivering professional presentations. System staging. System acceptance testing. Develop and maintain engineering designs, diagrams, and bill of materials. Provide technical support and advice to PM and Installation teams. Working with Operations and Project Managers to complete site walks to determine specific client needs and scope. Create project-specific install plans, scope documents, and test plans. Configure, integrate, and troubleshoot equipment as required; provides support and assistance to third parties for sub-contracted activities. Act as external liaison for customers' general contractors, subcontractors, and trades people as needed during implementation and support phases. Provide customer and peer training. Deliver final customer system documentation. Design, Stage, and Install Network and video equipment. Work Schedule 8 AM to 5 PM.

Bachelor's Degree (BSEE / BSCE preferred) - Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, IT, Telecommunications. 3-5 years of Network Engineering, System Engineering or Wireless Communications experience (preferred). Experience deploying outdoor Point-to-Point and Point-to-Multi-Point wireless solutions, preferably with Cambium Networks. Strong organization, project management and communication skills. Experience, good understanding, and working knowledge in IP networking, network design methodologies and troubleshooting (Ethernet, TCP/IP, L2/L3, MPLS). Experience/knowledge with current industry camera and video equipment, Video Management Solutions. Experience directly working with end-user customers is desirable. Excellent communication skills and the ability to present complex topics to non-technical audiences. Self-motivated and able to maintain focus in a pressured environment. 3+ years of Video System Integration, Network Engineering, System Engineering, or Wireless Communications Experience.

Troubleshoot/monitor network performance and resolve performance and connectivity issues. Experience with switching and routing protocols (OSPF, ISIS, iBGP, eBGP, M-BGP, MPLS RSVP-TE, and LDP). Certifications through CompTIA Network+, Juniper JNCIA-Junos, Nokia NRS1, CCNA, or similar (preferred). Experience/knowledge in RF System Design (line-of-sight microwave propagation).

Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.

Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

Vision Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first of the month following at least 1 calendar year after employment begins.

Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.