Network Engineer

JOB SUMMARY FOR Network Engineer :

• Technical Planning and Engineering Specialist
• Enterprise Technology Network Planning
• As an IT Technology Planning and Engineering Specialist on the North America Network Planning team, you will collaborate closely with Business Customers, IT networking professionals, and Network Service providers applying corporate strategic solutions in support of key business initiatives.

You will work on engaging projects that will enable effective and efficient operations to meet business objectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES FOR Network Engineer :

• Lead the design, planning, and implementation of the technical LAN & Wireless LAN infrastructure and services (all aspects of the technology lifecycle) for Campus LAN Planning North America facilities.
• Gather requirements and schedule deployments, for technical infrastructure and services.
• Work on the development of technical project plans (cost, timing, scope, contingency, and risks).
• Assist (as needed) in the resolution of LAN and Wireless LAN technical issues.
• Participate in network planning and change management forums.
• Assist with updating documentation and writing network change controls.
• Plan and implement technical IT network solutions according to established standards and best practices.
• Implement network design changes (e.g., technology refreshes, other moves / adds / changes, etc.).
• Work with standards and engineering teams ensuring best practices and process improvements are implemented.
• Work with and provide guidance to IT Site Management, Global Enterprise Network Integrators (GENI), and Day One Service providers for wireless LAN site surveys, installation, and testing.
• Participate in the testing of next versions of technical infrastructure and services.
• Participate in global network standards design reviews.
• Some travel within North America (as needed).

JOB EXPERIENCE FOR Network Engineer :

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology field or equivalent work experience in a Data Networking field.
• Strong project planning, business analysis and requirement gathering skills.
• Working knowledge of Cisco network routers, LAN switching, and Wireless LAN devices.
• Knowledge of network structure cabling industry standards a plus.
• Technical Project management experience in an IT or Network discipline.
• Familiarity with Rally Project Management tool for planning and tracking project tasks and deliverables (i.e., sub epics, features, user stories).

SKILL REQUIREMENTS FOR Network Engineer :

• Flexibility in work hours.
• Ability to utilize desktop tools to communicate (Instant Messaging, WebEx, WebEx Teams).
• Technical aptitude with the ability to learn new networking technologies quickly.
• Self-motivated, quickly learn new software and procedures, exercise good judgment and show initiative in resolving problems and completing assignments.
• Must work well within a fast-paced, high-pressure team environment.
• Strong clear written and oral communication skills : ability to adjust appropriately for the audience.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Ability to organize, plan and prioritize workload.
• Have a strong customer focus.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, Outlook, SharePoint, Visio).
30+ days ago