Interim Network Engineer | Global Engineering & Manufacturing Business

Page Personnel; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is partnering with a global engineering and manufacturing organisation to recruit an Interim Network Engineer. You will design, implement, support, and optimise enterprise network infrastructure across UK and EMEA, working with regional IT teams on BAU and project delivery.

The role requires CCNA (CCNP desirable), 5+ years in network engineering, strong Cisco routing/switching, and SD-WAN/IPsec/VPN expertise. Based Derby with occasional Midlands travel; 6-month contract, Inside IR35.

Qualifications

• CCNA certification required (minimum) with CCNP preferred.
• 5+ years' experience in network engineering roles.
• Strong Cisco routing and switching experience.
• Proficiency with OSPF, EIGRP, BGP and other routing protocols.
• Experience with WAN technologies and SD-WAN solutions.
• Knowledge of VPN technologies, IPsec and network security.
• Experience supporting Cisco and/or Palo Alto firewall environments.
• Strong troubleshooting and network analysis capabilities.
• Wireless networking design and support experience.
• Exposure to datacentre networking and Cisco Nexus technologies would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support enterprise network infrastructure across UK/EMEA.
• Provide BAU support and project delivery across multiple sites.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation.
• Support manufacturing and OT environments.
• Work with ServiceNow, Jira and other PM tools.
• Role based at Derby HQ with occasional travel to Midlands sites.

Skills

CCNA

CCNP

Cisco routing

Cisco switching

OSPF

EIGRP

BGP

WAN technologies

SD-WAN

VPN/IPsec

Firewall

Wireless networking

Datacentre networking

Nexus

Education

CCNA certification

CCNP certification

Tools

Infoblox

Cisco Nexus

Job description

• Join a global engineering leader driving major network transformation projects.

About Our Client

• Michael Page is partnered with a globally recognised engineering and manufacturing organisation, delivering innovative solutions that support critical transport and infrastructure networks across international markets.
• With a strong focus on technology, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, the business invests heavily in modernising its IT and network infrastructure to support future growth.
• Operating across multiple UK and international locations, the organisation offers employees the opportunity to work within a complex enterprise environment on business-critical systems, large-scale projects, and cutting-edge technologies.

Job Description

As the Interim Network Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, support, and optimisation of enterprise network infrastructure. Working closely with regional IT teams, you'll provide both BAU support and project delivery across multiple sites. Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting and maintaining enterprise network infrastructure across UK and EMEA locations.
• Troubleshooting network performance, availability, and security issues.
• Delivering network improvement and infrastructure refresh projects.
• Installing, configuring, and maintaining LAN routers, switches, firewalls, wireless networks, and SD-WAN solutions.
• Managing network changes through ITIL-aligned change management processes.
• Producing and maintaining technical documentation.
• Supporting manufacturing and operational technology environments.
• Working with ServiceNow, Jira and other project management tools.
• The role will be based at the Derby HQ, ideally 5 days per week, with occassional travel to sites across the Midlands region as required.

You'll gain exposure to a broad range of technologies including:

• Cisco Routing & Switching
• Infoblox
• HPE Aruba EdgeConnect (Silver Peak) SD-WAN
• Enterprise WAN and MPLS environments
• Datacentre networking technologies
• Operational Technology (OT) and manufacturing systems

The Successful Applicant

We're looking for an Interim Network Engineer with strong enterprise infrastructure experience and a passion for delivering reliable, secure network services across LAN switches, routers and wireless technologies. Key skills and experience:

• CCNA certified as a minimum (CCNP highly desirable).
• 5+ years' experience in network engineering roles.
• Strong Cisco routing and switching experience.
• Expertise with OSPF, EIGRP, BGP and other routing protocols.
• Experience with WAN technologies and SD-WAN solutions.
• Knowledge of VPN technologies, IPSEC and network security.
• Experience supporting Cisco and/or Palo Alto firewall environments.
• Strong troubleshooting and network analysis capabilities.
• Wireless networking design and support experience.
• Exposure to datacentre networking and Cisco Nexus technologies would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

• Daily rate of £250 to £280, dependent on the level of experience.
• Temporary position offering flexibility and project-based experience.
• 6 month contract (likely extension).
• Inside IR35.

Interim Network Engineer | Global Engineering & Manufacturing Business Derby, England