Network Engineer

Required Skills (Must-Have) (Final Version)

• Certification / Core Networking
• CCNA certification (preferred) OR equivalent hands-on experience in enterprise network environments
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, switching)
• Wireless Fundamentals
• Experience deploying or supporting Cisco wireless environments
• Understanding of Wi-Fi concepts (coverage, onboarding, roaming, interference)
• LAN / Switching
• Experience with Cisco switches (Catalyst)
• Knowledge of VLANs, trunking, and basic switch configuration
• Hands-on experience with cabling, patching, and hardware installs
• Routing Fundamentals
• Basic understanding of EIGRP, OSPF, and BGP
• Ability to support Layer 3 connectivity and troubleshooting with guidance
• Cisco Tooling
• Exposure to Cisco Catalyst Center (DNA Center) or similar tools
• Implementation Skills
• Experience supporting network deployments, upgrades, or refresh projects
• Ability to follow implementation plans and work within change control processes

Preferred Skills (Nice-to-Have)

• Experience in manufacturing or plant environments
• Exposure to wireless surveys or AP placement validation
• Familiarity with network cleanup tasks (VLANs, ACLs)
• Basic exposure to voice platforms (CUCM, CER, Unity)

Experience Level

• Mid-level (3–5 years) network engineering experience
• Experience supporting enterprise network environments
• Strong focus on implementation and troubleshooting, not architecture