Network Engineer (W2 role)

Title: Network Engineer
Client: Rose International (Caterpillar Project)
Location: East Peoria, IL (Onsite)
Duration: 12 Months
Work Hours: 40 Hours/Week

 

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Network Engineer with strong hands-on experience in LAN implementation, support, and Cisco technologies to join our client’s infrastructure team in East Peoria, IL. The role involves designing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting enterprise LAN environments while collaborating with global IT teams and vendors.

The ideal candidate will possess solid knowledge of TCP/IP networking, VLANs, QoS, OSPF, and Cisco switch configurations, and will demonstrate a proactive approach to problem-solving, documentation, and process improvement.

 

Responsibilities

• Work independently and collaboratively on complex LAN engineering and support projects.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve LAN performance and connectivity issues.
• Implement and maintain Cisco-based LAN infrastructure, including VLANs, trunking, and switching configurations.
• Provide off-hours support for critical incidents through on-call rotation.
• Collaborate with firewall, VPN, wireless, and NAC teams for cross-domain changes.
• Support infrastructure integration with business partners and vendors.
• Design and implement process improvements for network performance and reliability.
• Follow ITSM change management processes and maintain accurate documentation.
• Provide technical consultation and recommendations to business partners.
• Participate in continuous improvement and standardization initiatives across global network operations.

 

Mandatory Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Engineering.
• 5–7 years of experience in Network Engineering roles.
• Proven experience with LAN implementation and support, including TCP/IP, Ethernet, QoS, IP subnetting, OSPF, VLANs, and VLAN trunking.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco switches and LAN operations.
• Strong understanding of network cabling (copper and fiber).
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and collaboration skills.

 

Desirable Skills

• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification.
• Experience with automation tools and scripting for network management.
• Familiarity with DNA Center (Catalyst Center) for automation and monitoring.
• Experience with wireless networking technologies.
• Prior experience working with medium to large enterprise environments.
• Knowledge of ITSM tools and documentation standards.

 

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