Jr Network Engineer

Responsibility:

• The Network Engineer will coordinate/participate in the design-installation of the Network infrastructure projects and help to provide base support (Break-Fix-Moves-Adds-Changes). This will include proper cabling/terminations, enclosure/patch panel and rack mounting.
• The Network engineer will design, configure, coordinate, and participate in the installation of all network infrastructure equipment (access points, routers, switches, voice gateways, etc.).
• This position requires lifting and installation of network infrastructure equipment (access points, routers, switches, and UPSs) in offices and on the plant floor.
• The Network engineer will be required to wear PPE ( Personal Protective Equipment) as needed in some locations within the plant. This typically includes Safety glasses, hard hat, steel toed-metatarsal shoes, and long sleeve shirts. Some locations require specialized clothing (fire retardant and/or arc proof) clothes and/or use of gas monitors.
• This position also requires a valid drivers license.

Must haves:

• Minimum 4 years’ experience with Ethernet LAN (Local area Network) topologies.
• Minimum two years’ experience with TCP/IP protocol.
• Experience with Category 5e and Category 6 cabling, including terminations, standards, and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with Fiber-optic cabling, including terminations, standards, and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with Cisco wireless access points, routers, and switches.
• Experience with Microsoft Visio.
• Knowledge of PC hardware and software especially communications software.
• Strong analytical capabilities.
• Ability to learn new technology quickly.
• Ability to plan and set direction.
• Demonstrated teamwork/interpersonal skills.
• Project management and planning skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Development of SOW (Statement of Work) for networking projects, including site surveys for cabling, switch and router specifications.
• Proficient using Microsoft Visio to create network drawings.
• Experience with Cisco ISE, SolarWinds network management tools.