Lead Network Engineer – WiFi Solutions Job Town of Florida New York USA,Engineering

Serve as the primary on-site wireless engineer for enterprise and warehouse/DC wireless deployments, upgrades, and remediation projects globally
Conduct wireless site surveys, RF assessments, and post-deployment validation at TD SYNNEX facilities worldwide
Execute wireless deployments with contractors, facilities teams, and the Costa Rica-based wireless architect
Troubleshoot and resolve RF interference, roaming failures, capacity problems, and coverage gaps in warehouses, distribution centers, and automation areas
Deploy and configure access points, WLAN controllers, and wireless management platforms across multiple vendor environments
Partner with the Wi-Fi Architect to validate physical implementation of design standards
Document site conditions, as-built configurations, and lessons learned for global design standards
Coordinate with local IT teams, facilities, and third-party cabling contractors on low voltage and structured cabling requirements
Support wireless security implementation, including 802.1X, RADIUS authentication, guest network segmentation, and WLAN security hardening
Maintain and contribute to the global wireless asset inventory and CMDB records
Travel domestically approximately 40-60% depending on project pipeline
Work in warehouse and distribution center environments
Provide on-call availability as necessary and work non-standard hours or overtime as business requires

Requirements

10-15 years of enterprise wireless networking experience, with emphasis on field deployment and troubleshooting
Experience with wireless networking in warehouses, distribution centers, or industrial environments
Hands-on proficiency with Cisco Catalyst Wireless or equivalent enterprise Wi-Fi platforms
Proficiency with Ekahau Site Survey, iBwave, Air Magnet, or equivalent tools
Strong understanding of RF fundamentals, including channel planning, transmit power, antenna patterns, RSSI/SNR optimization, and co-channel interference
Familiarity with structured cabling and low voltage installation standards, including TIA-568 and TIA-942
Working knowledge of WPA3, 802.1X, RADIUS, EAP methods, and certificate-based authentication
Experience interpreting network drawings, floor plans, and as-built documentation
Ability to operate independently in complex, multi-stakeholder environments with minimal supervision
Clean driving record
Bachelor's Degree in Network Engineering or related field required
Ability to execute instructions and request clarification when needed
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
Ability to recognize and attend to important details accurately and efficiently
Ability to communicate clearly and convey necessary information
Ability to create and conduct formal presentations
Ability to interact effectively with all levels of management
Ability to negotiate skillfully, promote/sell ideas persuasively, and close transactions with mutually beneficial results
Strong multi-cultural interpersonal skills
Strong leadership skills with willingness to lead, create new ideas, and be assertive
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to work under stress and pressure with high workloads and deadlines
Ability to maintain and promote social, ethical, and organizational standards
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
Ability to build solid, effective working relationships
Ability to learn new systems and technology quickly
Ability to use relevant computer system applications at an advanced level
Relevant certifications strongly preferred: CWNA, CWDP, CWAP, Cisco CCNP Wireless
Additional listed certifications include CCIE Data Center, CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure, CCIE Enterprise Wireless, CCIE Collaboration, CCDE, F5…