Network Refresh SME

Network Refresh SME

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Work location:

Seattle, WA – Onsite Role Duration: 12+ Months

A Network Refresh Engineer for a ship dry dock project is responsible for planning, installing, upgrading, testing, and documenting network infrastructure on a vessel while it is in dry dock. This role supports the modernization of shipboard communications systems, including switches, routers, firewalls, wireless access points, structured cabling, and related network services.

• Replace or upgrade outdated network equipment onboard the ship.
• Install and configure switches, routers, firewalls, wireless systems, and other networking devices.
• Ensure all refreshed network components meet project and operational requirements.

• Work in a shipyard/dry dock environment during vessel maintenance and retrofit activities.
• Coordinate with shipyard teams, marine engineers, vendors, and ship staff.
• Follow shipyard safety procedures, including permit-to-work and confined space requirements where applicable.

• Review network drawings, rack layouts, port maps, and cabling schedules.
• Support network cutover planning to minimize downtime and service disruption.
• Perform removal of legacy equipment and installation of new infrastructure.

• Configure network devices according to approved standards.
• Test connectivity, performance, redundancy, and failover functions.
• Verify end-to-end communication for critical ship systems and user services.

• Update as-built drawings, network inventories, IP address lists, and configuration records.
• Document changes made during the refresh and provide handover notes.
• Maintain accurate installation and testing reports.

• Diagnose and resolve network issues during installation and commissioning.
• Support integration with shipboard systems such as crew connectivity, CCTV, VOIP, automation, or operational technology networks where required.
• Provide technical support during acceptance testing and commissioning.

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