Network Engineer role in DE SOTO, KS- Onsite

Job Title : Network Engineer

Location: DE SOTO, KS- Onsite- Local or who can relocate

Duration: 6+ Months Contract with extension- Long Term

Interview: Video + onsite(if asked -expenses will be paid by client)

We are seeking a bilingual (Japanese/English) Network Engineer who can act as a communication bridge between business departments and technical teams within a large-scale factory environment. The engineer will gather requirements from non-technical departments, translate them into network design specifications, coordinate with construction vendors, and support network maintenance and troubleshooting activities.

Responsibilities

1. Conduct requirement hearings with factory equipment or production departments and translate their operational needs into detailed network design specifications.
2. Coordinate with construction and installation vendors to ensure network implementation is executed according to plan.
3. Collaborate closely with the internal network team responsible for build-out and configuration.
4. Perform maintenance, monitoring, and troubleshooting of the factory network environment.
5. Provide bilingual documentation, reporting, and communication with stakeholders in Japan and the U.S.

Required Skills & Experience

1. Hands-on experience in network design, implementation, and maintenance.
2. Strong understanding of VLAN, routing, switching, and TCP/IP fundamentals.
3. Experience coordinating with business departments, vendors, and internal IT teams.
4. Excellent communication skills in both Japanese and English (verbal and written).
5. Ability to proactively identify issues and work collaboratively toward resolution.

Preferred Skills & Experience

1. Experience in factory or industrial network environments.
2. Cisco certification (CCNA/CCNP or equivalent).
3. Familiarity with SCADA, MES, or OT/IT integration.
4. Experience working in multinational or global project environments.