Network Engineer Location:

Clayton, NC Work Arrangement:

Onsite, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM EST Job Summary We are seeking a hands-on Network Engineer to support network infrastructure design, deployment, and implementation for manufacturing facility projects. The ideal candidate will have experience with enterprise Cisco networks, network equipment installation, and troubleshooting in a production environment. Key Responsibilities Support network design, builds, provisioning, and implementation. Perform rack-and-stack, network cabling, installation, and configuration of routers, switches, wireless controllers, and access points. Troubleshoot network connectivity and infrastructure issues. Collaborate with IT architects, application specialists, quality teams, and business stakeholders. Follow applicable network standards, security requirements, and site safety procedures. Required Qualifications Approximately 5 years of experience in network infrastructure or technical services. Hands-on experience with enterprise Cisco networking equipment. Strong knowledge of routing, switching, wireless, VPN, MPLS, TCP/IP, DNS, and SNMP. Experience with network implementation planning and troubleshooting. Strong communication, teamwork, and customer service skills. Ability to work onsite in a manufacturing environment and lift equipment weighing up to 33 pounds. Preferred Qualifications CCNA or CCNP certification. Familiarity with SolarWinds and AlgoSec Firewall Analyzer/FireFlow. Knowledge of NIST standards, network infrastructure requirements, and GxP/pharmaceutical industry compliance.