Network Engineer / Network SME / Data Centre Engineer (Contract)
Company: Experis
Location: Salisbury (On-Site)
Contract Length: 5 Days
Rate: Market Rate - Open
Overview
Experis is looking for a highly skilled Network Engineer / Network SME / Infrastructure Engineer to support a data centre network refresh project.
This is a short-term, hands-on contract ideal for an experienced engineer who can take full ownership of delivery, from network decommissioning and migration through to installation, configuration, and cabling.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver a full data centre network refresh / upgrade / migration
Perform network decommissioning of legacy infrastructure
Install, rack, and configure network switches (Juniper / enterprise switching)
Carry out structured cabling installation (Cat6, copper, patching, termination)
Support network deployment, implementation, and infrastructure roll-out
Ensure delivery aligns with Statement of Work (SOW) and project scope
Work independently as a standalone engineer / field engineer / deployment engineer
Provide clear updates to stakeholders and project contacts
Key Deliverables
End-to-end network refresh completed within 5-day window
Clean and structured decommissioning of existing network estate
High-quality network installation, cabling, and configuration
Stable and operational data centre network environment
Documentation and handover (where required)
Required Skills & Experience
Proven experience as a: Network Engineer / Network SME / Infrastructure Engineer / Data Centre Engineer
Strong hands-on experience delivering: Network refresh / migration / upgrade projects
On-site deployments and installations
Technical expertise in: Structured cabling (Cat5e / Cat6 / copper / patch panels / termination)
Switch installation and configuration (Juniper preferred, Cisco also relevant)
Experience working in: Data centre environments / server rooms / enterprise infrastructure
Ability to: Work independently (solo delivery)
Take full ownership of technical delivery
Communicate clearly with stakeholders
Desirable Skills
Basic project delivery / project management exposure
Understanding of procurement
Experience working on short-term contracts / SOW-based delivery
Broader networking knowledge: VLANs, switching, LAN infrastructure, basic routing
Ideal Candidate
Hands-on, practical deployment-focused engineer
Comfortable working as a lone engineer on-site
Strong background in field engineering / network installation / infrastructure roll-out
Reliable, proactive, and able to deliver under tight timelines
Clear communicator with professional stakeholder engagement
Contract Details
Location: Salisbury (on-site required)
Duration: 5 days
Engagement Type: Contract / Day Rate
Start: ASAP / Immediate
Why Join This Project
Short, high-impact network deployment contract
Ideal for engineers between projects or seeking quick turnaround work
Opportunity to support a data centre transformation / refresh
Potential to build an ongoing relationship with Experis for future work
Next Steps
Due to project sensitivity, full technical details will be shared under NDA.
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