IP & Transmission Designer

Neos Networks; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Neos Networks is seeking an experienced Network Design Engineer to join our team. Base locations include Reading, Havant or Glasgow with 2-3 days hybrid work. You will design, develop and enhance IP and transmission networks to deliver reliable, scalable connectivity for our customers.

You will produce detailed designs and BOMs, work with PMs and Tier 3 Operations, and help resolve complex network faults while supporting growth and customer requirements.

Qualifications

• Strong telecoms infrastructure design knowledge.
• Experience with IP LAN/WAN connectivity solutions.
• Ability to produce detailed technical designs and BOMs.
• Ability to advise PMs and Tier 3 Operations during delivery and commissioning.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Visio and Excel.
• Strong problem-solving and fault resolution skills.
• Self-motivated and proactive approach.
• Ability to manage priorities and deliver on time with safety focus.
• Experience in network planning and implementation.
• Knowledge of CNI and SCADA systems.
• Familiarity with SDH/PDH, microwave and teleprotection.
• Understanding of ancillary infrastructure requirements (space and power).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and enhance IP and transmission networks to provide reliable, scalable connectivity.
• Ensure network solutions are effectively planned, delivered and operated.
• Provide guidance to colleagues across day-to-day operations and complex designs during delivery and fault resolution.

Skills

Telecoms design

IP LAN/WAN

BOMs & drawings

Stakeholder guidance

MS Office (Word/Visio/Excel)

Problem solving

Project prioritisation

Safety focus

Tools

Microsoft Visio

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Base location: Reading, Havant or Glasgow office - 2/3 days per week hybrid working

Salary: £50k - £65k dependent on experience + performance‑related bonus + a comprehensive benefits package supporting your family, finances, and wellbeing

Working pattern: Permanent, full-time, with the option of hybrid working

The Role

We’re looking for an experienced Network Design Engineer to join our team, helping to design, develop and enhance the IP and transmission networks that provide reliable, scalable, secure and cost-effective connectivity for our customers.

You’ll play an important role in ensuring network solutions are effectively planned, delivered and operated, applying your technical expertise across IP network and transmission design, troubleshooting and fault resolution.

As a technical specialist, you’ll also provide guidance and support to colleagues across day-to-day operational activities, complex network designs and the investigation and resolution of challenging network faults.

Working closely with cross-functional teams, you’ll ensure our network solutions meet business objectives, customer requirements and future growth demands.

What do I need?

We’re looking for someone with strong technical knowledge and practical experience in telecoms and network infrastructure. You should have:

• Strong telecoms infrastructure design knowledge.
• Strong knowledge of IP LAN/WAN connectivity solutions and associated technologies.
• The ability to produce detailed technical designs and drawings, including accurate bills of materials, to support the full delivery and build of proposed solutions.
• Confidence in providing technical expertise to Project Management teams during delivery and Tier 3 Operations during the commissioning of designs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Visio and Excel.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate and resolve complex technical issues.
• A confident, proactive and self-motivated approach.
• The ability to manage priorities and deliver projects on time and within budget while maintaining a strong focus on safety.

It would also be beneficial if you have:

• Experience in network planning and implementation.
• Knowledge or experience of Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) and SCADA systems.
• Familiarity with SDH/PDH, microwave and teleprotection technologies.
• An understanding of ancillary infrastructure requirements, including space and power.