Job Description – Network Engineer / SME:
The Network Engineer / SME will be responsible for the design, deployment, and support of network infrastructure as part of corporate real estate initiatives. This includes new site builds, expansions, relocations, and integration/separation activities in collaboration with global and local facilities teams and project managers.
Key Responsibilities:
* Design and implement network infrastructure for real estate projects including new facilities (Greenfield), expansions, relocations, co-locations, and other transformation activities.
* Collaborate with project managers to support technical design and execution of network solutions aligned with organizational standards.
* Deploy and configure network components including (but not limited to):
* Local Area Network (LAN)
* Wireless LAN (WLAN)
* Wide Area Network (WAN)
* Software-Defined WAN (SD-WAN)
* Routers, switches, firewalls, wireless controllers, and access points
* Prepare detailed Bill of Materials (BoM) based on site layouts and infrastructure standards.
* Ensure adherence to organizational network standards and best practices during implementation.
* Execute network upgrades and enhancements as part of approved real estate projects.
* Maintain accurate and complete documentation for all network deliverables, including Transition-to-Operations (TTO) records.
* Participate in site surveys, installations, configuration management, and ongoing maintenance of enterprise network infrastructure.
* Support additional network-related tasks as required by evolving real estate programs.
Qualifications:
* Minimum 4 years of hands-on experience in network and infrastructure implementation within real estate or facilities projects.
* Strong understanding of passive and active network components and their integration into physical environments.
Technical Skills:
* Deep knowledge of networking fundamentals: routing, switching, subnetting, VLANs, STP, VTP, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP.
* Proven experience in network design and implementation, including resilient topologies and SD-WAN solutions.
* Hands-on experience with major networking platforms such as Cisco, Arista, and Palo Alto.
* Familiarity with cybersecurity principles including firewalls, VPNs, and secure network design.
* Scripting and automation skills (e.g., Python, Ruby, Perl) for network task automation.
* Ability to design physical and logical network layouts based on site plans and MEP diagrams for offices, workshop, or industrial environments.
* Experience across full project lifecycle including planning, deployment, and operational transition.
Soft Skills:
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement.
* Strong problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in fast-paced environments.
Education & Certifications:
* Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
* Professional certifications preferred:
* Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
* Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
* CompTIA Network+
* Advanced certifications such as CCIE or JNCIE-ENT are a plus