Sr. Network Engineer - Project Consultant

Yoh has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Network Engineer to lead a short-term, onsite infrastructure deployment for a defense technology organization in San Diego. The ideal candidate combines enterprise networking and wireless experience with hands‑on equipment installation, site assessment, and field coordination.

See below for abbreviated job responsibilities and requirements.

Title: Senior Network Engineer – Infrastructure Deployment

Compensation: $60–90+/hour, depending on experience

Job Type: Short-term consulting engagement

Project Duration: 1–2 weeks

Location: San Diego, CA – onsite

Industry: Defense Technology

Eligibility: Must be authorized to work in the United States

• Lead the physical deployment of one Juniper EX4000-12P switch and two Juniper Mist AP47 wireless access points.
• Review floor plans and conduct site validation to confirm equipment locations, AP placement, cable routes, mounting requirements, and installation prerequisites.
• Develop a practical installation plan and sequence of work for client approval.
• Coordinate with a structured‑cabling technician to complete cable installation, equipment mounting, patching, labeling, and testing.
• Mount the switch on an approved backboard or mounting surface using appropriate hardware and manufacturer guidance.
• Validate physical connections, uplink readiness, and power/PoE delivery in coordination with the client’s network team.
• Troubleshoot installation‑related issues and distinguish physical‑layer problems from configuration dependencies.
• Maintain clear communication with client contacts and immediately escalate outages, safety concerns, blocked dependencies, or scope changes.
• Document installed equipment, port assignments, cable‑test results, outstanding items, and completion status.
• Support the final walkthrough and handoff to the client’s network team.

• Five or more years of relevant experience in enterprise network deployment, network field engineering, or hands‑on infrastructure installation.
• Demonstrated experience physically installing switches, wireless access points, and associated network infrastructure.
• Working knowledge of structured cabling, patch panels, fiber patching, uplinks, PoE, and physical‑layer troubleshooting.
• Ability to interpret floor plans, assess installation conditions, and identify practical AP locations and cable pathways.
• Experience coordinating field technicians or low‑voltage contractors and validating installation quality.
• Strong documentation, client communication, and independent problem‑solving skills.
• Willingness to perform hands‑on installation work rather than solely design or remote administration.
• Availability to work onsite in San Diego for the initial 1–2 week engagement.

• Juniper EX‑series and Mist wireless deployment experience.
• Enterprise wireless coverage planning or site‑survey experience.
• Experience with cable‑testing equipment and documented installation acceptance.
• Relevant Juniper, Cisco, CompTIA, or structured‑cabling certifications.

Estimated Min Rate
: $63.00

Estimated Max Rate
: $90.00

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Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+…