Network Engineer

Position:
Network Engineer

Location:

Renton, WA, 98057-Hybrid

Duration:
Contract

• Alpharetta, GA
• Cincinnati, OH
• Bellevue, WA
• Iselin, NJ

Strong Networking, Wireless and Cisco, Arista switches, NW Design & Arch exp

• Highly skilled in Cisco LAN solutions (particularly 9K series switches)
• Cisco WLAN solutions (Catalyst Center, Cisco Prime, wireless surveys, RF design, complex Wi‑Fi deployments)
• Arista switches for ongoing POC
• Strong communication skills

• Architect and design enterprise‑grade wireless and wired network solutions for large manufacturing and office environments
• Develop high‑density wireless network designs considering coverage, capacity, and interference mitigation
• Conduct predictive and on‑site wireless surveys using Ekahau or Air Magnet to ensure optimal AP placements
• Ensure compliance with customer technology standards, security guidelines, and wireless policies
• Provide recommendations for AP positioning, RF tuning, channel planning, and optimal antenna selection based on manufacturing floor challenges
• Design highly available and scalable LAN/WLAN architectures integrating Cisco & Juniper Wireless Controllers

• Perform on‑site and post‑deployment wireless validation surveys with Survey Engineers to assess signal strength, interference, and coverage gaps
• Optimize WLC configurations and fine‑tune RF parameters to enhance wireless performance
• Analyze real‑time network performance issues and proactively implement solutions
• Leverage Cisco Spaces for wireless analytics, location‑based services, and data‑driven optimizations

• Provide design expertise and hands‑on support for Cisco & Arista switch configurations, VLANs, routing, and QoS policies
• Collaborate with teams handling switch refresh projects & new builds across sites
• Assist in integration of wireless infrastructure with Cisco & Arista switching fabric
• Work closely with network teams to ensure seamless switch‑to‑WLC integration

• Design and deploy wireless solutions for high‑ceiling environments while ensuring proper antenna selection
• Ensure compliance with industrial safety regulations for secured wireless installations
• Work closely with vendors handling AP installations to ensure accurate implementation based on RF survey reports
• Provide guidance for structured cabling best practices in switch refresh projects

• Work closely with project managers, vendors, and customer IT teams to drive seamless execution
• Participate in change control and governance processes to align wireless deployments with project timelines
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex wireless issues across multiple sites and escalates as needed

• 8+ years of experience in enterprise wireless & wired network design and implementation
• Deep expertise in Cisco Wireless & Juniper Wireless solutions, including Cisco WLC (9800 series) & Juniper Mist
• Hands‑on experience with Cisco Spaces for location‑based analytics & tracking
• Advanced knowledge of Cisco & Arista switches, VLANs, routing protocols (OSPF, BGP), and QoS best practices
• Experience with large‑scale site surveys using Ekahau, Air Magnet, or similar tools
• Proficiency in RF design principles, antenna selection, AP placement, and interference mitigation

• Expertise in RF tuning, channel planning, 802.11 protocols, and wireless QoS
• Hands‑on experience in wireless security mechanisms (WPA2/3, 802.1X, RADIUS, EAP‑TLS)
• Familiarity with Cisco DNA Center/Cisco Catalyst Center for wireless assurance & automation
• Understanding of wireless performance troubleshooting using DNAC or Juniper Mist AI

• Experienced designing and deploying wireless solutions in large manufacturing environments with high ceilings (40ft‑100ft+), metal obstructions, and challenging RF conditions
• Familiarity with structured cabling standards (TIA/EIA, NFPA 70E, BICSI best practices)
• Strong adherence to safety protocols for high‑ceiling installations (scissor/boom lifts, fall protection)