Network Support Engineer - Manchester

TN United Kingdom; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Network Technician to ensure the successful installation and configuration of network devices. This role involves verifying and validating materials, managing cable installations, and conducting thorough testing to guarantee functionality. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with switches, access points, and firewalls, and will play a crucial role in ensuring seamless network operations. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the efficiency and reliability of network services.

Qualifications

• Experience with network equipment installation and configuration.
• Strong understanding of cable management and power setup.

Responsibilities

• Verify and validate the Bill of Materials for network components.
• Conduct power-on and connectivity tests for all installed devices.

Skills

Network Equipment Inspection

Cable Management

Power Setup Verification

Device Installation

Testing and Validation

Education

Technical Certification in Networking

Degree in Computer Science or IT

Tools

Network Switches

Firewalls

Access Points

Patch Panels

Job description

Job Description:

Scope of Work – Tasks to be Covered

• Verify & Validate the Bill of Materials (active & passive components).
• Receive and Inspect network equipment (switches, APs, controllers, firewalls).
• Rack and Stack devices in designated positions as per the layout plan.
• Cable Management: Identify and label network cables for installation.
• Power Setup: Verify available PDU sockets and install redundant power sources if required.
• Provide Console Access for remote engineers to configure devices.
• Physically replace & install network devices, including:
• Switches (Core, Distribution, and Access Switches)
• Wireless Access Points (Ceiling/Wall Mounted)
• Cable Patching:
• Perform inter-rack & intra-rack patching with copper and fiber cables.
• Ensure neat dressing and labeling of cables inside racks.
• Swapping Connections: Migrate endpoint connections from old to new switches.
• Testing: Conduct power-on and connectivity tests for all installed devices.
• User Acceptance Testing (UAT): Work with on-site contacts to verify device functionality.
• Document Installation & Spare Materials: Submit a list of installed devices and leftover materials.
• Take Before & After Photos of racks, patch panels, and cabling.