Network Engineer
VDart
- Woodbridge, Virginia, United States
- Woodbridge, Virginia, United States
Über
Duration: Contract
Alternate Location
Alpharetta, GA
Cincinnati, OH
Bellevue, WA
Iselin, NJ
Must Strong Networking, Wireless and Cisco, Arista switches, NW Design & Arch exp
Job Description Network Designer (Wired & Wireless) Must-have skills
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
Key Responsibilities Wireless & Wired Network Design
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 AirMagnet 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
Hands‑on Wireless Survey & Optimization
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
Cisco & Arista Switching Experience
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
Manufacturing Site‑Specific Network Engineering
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
Project Coordination & Stakeholder Collaboration
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
Required Skills & Experience Core Networking & Wireless Expertise
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, AirMagnet, or similar tools
Proficiency in RF design principles, antenna selection, AP placement, and interference mitigation
Wireless Optimization & Security
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
Industrial Site Experience & Safety Compliance
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)
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Sprachkenntnisse
- English
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