Network Engineer

Description We are looking for a Network Engineer to provide hands-on infrastructure support for a pharmaceutical manufacturing campus in New Jersey. This long-term contract position is best suited for someone who enjoys solving technical issues directly in a fast-moving, onsite environment and can work across networking, systems, and plant technology with confidence. The role supports critical operations across multiple buildings and requires a practical, service-oriented individual who can keep connectivity and infrastructure running reliably in a 24/7 setting.

Responsibilities:

Deliver daily technical support for infrastructure across a multi-building manufacturing site, ensuring reliable operation of network and related systems. Diagnose and resolve network performance, connectivity, and administration issues with an emphasis on maintaining stable campus-wide service. Administer and support Cisco platforms, including Catalyst and Meraki, as well as Alcatel network equipment used throughout the environment. Investigate wireless access problems, port-level issues, and physical connectivity concerns by performing hands-on cabling, patching, and trace work. Partner with external vendors and service providers to address telecom and infrastructure-related incidents, maintenance, and escalations. Provide Windows-based systems support involving Active Directory, virtualization platforms, and enterprise server hardware in operational environments. Assist manufacturing and laboratory users by troubleshooting infrastructure and endpoint technology issues that affect day-to-day production support. Participate in after-hours and weekend on-call coverage for a continuously operating facility, responding to urgent technical needs as required. Take ownership of issues through resolution while recognizing when coordination or escalation is necessary to restore service efficiently. Requirements At least 5 years of experience supporting infrastructure, networking, and systems in an enterprise or industrial environment. Strong troubleshooting background with Cisco networking technologies, including routers, security appliances, Catalyst, and Meraki solutions. Experience working with Alcatel networking equipment and a solid understanding of core networking concepts across all seven OSI layers. Hands-on ability to diagnose layer 1 and physical network issues, including cabling, patching, and connectivity testing. Familiarity with Windows server administration, including Active Directory and VMware-based environments. Comfortable working fully onsite in a plant or manufacturing setting and moving between multiple buildings during the workday. Able to perform effectively in a high-urgency operational environment with strong communication, adaptability, and sound judgment. Willingness to participate in weekend and after-hours support rotation as part of a 24/7 operations team. Technology Doesn't Change the World, People Do. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.