Network Engineer

Position Overview:

Our enterprise client is looking for a Network Engineer ideally with a CCNA or CCNP who will be mainly focused on rack and stack.  You will provide expert-level network engineering support for enterprise-wide network refresh activities. This is a local, onsite role based in Warren, MI, working five (5) days per week on an 18-month contract engagement. 

LAN and WAN Network Support

• Provide LAN and WAN network support for Get Healthy initiatives.
• Maintain network stability and performance across enterprise and site-level environments.
• Support network connectivity for corporate, core, and distributed manufacturing sites. 

Switch and Router Configuration

• Perform switch and router configuration, remediation, and upgrade activities.
• Implement network changes in alignment with enterprise standards and change management processes.
• Validate configurations post-deployment to ensure accuracy and compliance. 

Site Readiness and Cutover Support

• Assist with site readiness assessments and pre-cutover preparation activities.
• Support cutover execution and post-cutover stabilization efforts.
• Coordinate with site teams and workstream leads to ensure smooth transitions. 

Enterprise and Site Network Standards Compliance

• Support compliance with enterprise and site network standards across all refresh activities.
• Document configurations, changes, and network topologies in accordance with client standards.
• Participate in standards reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of network baselines. 

Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution

• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues identified during refresh activities.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Escalate complex issues appropriately and provide timely status updates to stakeholders. 

Qualifications:

• Active Cisco CCNP certification (Routing & Switching or Enterprise) required.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in enterprise network engineering.
• Strong proficiency in LAN/WAN technologies, including switching, routing, and WAN protocols.
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting Cisco routers and switches (IOS/IOS-XE).
• Familiarity with enterprise network refresh and migration projects, including cutover planning.
• Knowledge of enterprise network standards, change management, and documentation practices.
• Experience supporting manufacturing or distributed site environments is a plus.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to resolve issues in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent communication skills; ability to work collaboratively across teams and workstreams.
• Must be available to work onsite in Warren, MI five (5) days per week for the duration of the engagement. 

Tools and Technologies:

• Routing & Switching: Cisco IOS / IOS-XE, Catalyst series switches, Cisco ASR/ISR routers
• Protocols: BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, STP/RSTP, VLAN, 802.1Q, HSRP/VRRP
• WAN Technologies: MPLS, SD-WAN, DMVPN, IPsec VPN
• Network Management: Cisco DNA Center, Cisco Prime Infrastructure, SolarWinds, or equivalent
• Wireless: Familiarity with Cisco wireless infrastructure (preferred)
• Monitoring & Diagnostics: NetFlow, SNMP, Wireshark, or equivalent packet capture tools
• Documentation: Visio, ServiceNow, or equivalent ITSM/change management platforms