Network Engineer

Position: Network Engineer Location: Renton, WA, 98057-Hybrid Duration: Contract Alternate Location Alpharetta, GA Cincinnati, OH Bellevue, WA Iselin, NJ Must Strong Networking, Wireless and Cisco, Arista switches, NW Design & Arch exp Job Description Network Designer (Wired & Wireless) Must-have skills Highly skilled in Cisco LAN solutions (particularly 9K series switches) Cisco WLAN solutions (Catalyst Center, Cisco Prime, wireless surveys, RF design, complex Wi‑Fi deployments) Arista switches for ongoing POC Strong communication skills Key Responsibilities Wireless & Wired Network Design Architect and design enterprise‑grade wireless and wired network solutions for large manufacturing and office environments Develop high‑density wireless network designs considering coverage, capacity, and interference mitigation Conduct predictive and on‑site wireless surveys using Ekahau or AirMagnet to ensure optimal AP placements Ensure compliance with customer technology standards, security guidelines, and wireless policies Provide recommendations for AP positioning, RF tuning, channel planning, and optimal antenna selection based on manufacturing floor challenges Design highly available and scalable LAN/WLAN architectures integrating Cisco & Juniper Wireless Controllers Hands‑on Wireless Survey & Optimization Perform on‑site and post‑deployment wireless validation surveys with Survey Engineers to assess signal strength, interference, and coverage gaps Optimize WLC configurations and fine‑tune RF parameters to enhance wireless performance Analyze real‑time network performance issues and proactively implement solutions Leverage Cisco Spaces for wireless analytics, location‑based services, and data‑driven optimizations Cisco & Arista Switching Experience Provide design expertise and hands‑on support for Cisco & Arista switch configurations, VLANs, routing, and QoS policies Collaborate with teams handling switch refresh projects & new builds across sites Assist in integration of wireless infrastructure with Cisco & Arista switching fabric Work closely with network teams to ensure seamless switch‑to‑WLC integration Manufacturing Site‑Specific Network Engineering Design and deploy wireless solutions for high‑ceiling environments while ensuring proper antenna selection Ensure compliance with industrial safety regulations for secured wireless installations Work closely with vendors handling AP installations to ensure accurate implementation based on RF survey reports Provide guidance for structured cabling best practices in switch refresh projects Project Coordination & Stakeholder Collaboration Work closely with project managers, vendors, and customer IT teams to drive seamless execution Participate in change control and governance processes to align wireless deployments with project timelines Troubleshoot and resolve complex wireless issues across multiple sites and escalates as needed Required Skills & Experience Core Networking & Wireless Expertise 8+ years of experience in enterprise wireless & wired network design and implementation Deep expertise in Cisco Wireless & Juniper Wireless solutions, including Cisco WLC (9800 series) & Juniper Mist Hands‑on experience with Cisco Spaces for location‑based analytics & tracking Advanced knowledge of Cisco & Arista switches, VLANs, routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), and QoS best practices Experience with large‑scale site surveys using Ekahau, AirMagnet, or similar tools Proficiency in RF design principles, antenna selection, AP placement, and interference mitigation Wireless Optimization & Security Expertise in RF tuning, channel planning, 802.11 protocols, and wireless QoS Hands‑on experience in wireless security mechanisms (WPA2/3, 802.1X, RADIUS, EAP‑TLS) Familiarity with Cisco DNA Center/Cisco Catalyst Center for wireless assurance & automation Understanding of wireless performance troubleshooting using DNAC or Juniper Mist AI Industrial Site Experience & Safety Compliance Experienced designing and deploying wireless solutions in large manufacturing environments with high ceilings (40ft‑100ft+), metal obstructions, and challenging RF conditions Familiarity with structured cabling standards (TIA/EIA, NFPA 70E, BICSI best practices) Strong adherence to safety protocols for high‑ceiling installations (scissor/boom lifts, fall protection) #J-18808-Ljbffr