Network Design Engineer

Oryxalign Limited; England; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave entitlement 23 days

Private medical

Pension 4% employer 5% employee

Life insurance 4 x salary

Employee Assistance Programme

Online GP

Cycle to Work

Technology Loans

Long service leave

Holiday trading

Rewards & recognition

Office lunches

Job summary

OryxAlign is seeking a Network Design Engineer in London to scope, design and propose IT networking solutions for diverse client projects. You will work with Sales, Professional Services and Managed Services to deliver robust, scalable designs and documented solutions.

Join a fast-growing MSP that values strong technical expertise, security-aware design, and clear client communication. Effective collaboration and ongoing professional development are essential in this role at our London office.

Qualifications

• Strong design and documentation skills for network solutions.
• Experience in bid responses and RFIs with technical input.
• Security-focused network design and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Design and propose network infrastructure solutions for clients.
• Provide input for tenders and bid responses with design content.
• Attend client meetings with consultative support and clear recommendations.
• Develop detailed network topologies and related documentation.
• Maintain knowledge of Cisco, Dell and Meraki technologies.
• Support lifecycle replacement projects to keep hardware current.
• Develop client roadmaps and IT budgets aligned with goals.
• Identify risks and make evidence-based recommendations.
• Share knowledge and improve solution design and delivery practices.
• Prioritise workload and support handovers and delivery.

Skills

Network design

Technical documentation

Public cloud infra

Bid management

Cybersecurity

Networking hardware

ITIL practices

Stakeholder coordination

Evidence-based decision making

End-to-end solutions

Education

CCNA or equivalent

CCNP/CCD P or equivalent

Tools

Ekahau ECSC

Job description

OryxAlign is a fast-growing Managed Services Provider delivering technology solutions and high-quality support services to a diverse client base. We have invested significantly in our people, systems and operational capability, and continue to grow our presence across our UK, Cape Town and Manila offices.

Our business is built on delivering excellent service, developing trusted client partnerships and maintaining strong operational efficiency. In a fast-evolving technology market, we continue to strengthen our managed services offering and invest in the talent needed to support our clients, our growth and our long-term ambitions.

Overall purpose

The Network Design Engineer scopes, designs, specifies, and proposes IT network infrastructure and supportable solutions for clients and prospects. Working closely with the Lead Solution Architect and wider commercial and technical teams, this role translates client requirements into technically robust, commercially viable solutions that support customer success, security, efficiency, and OryxAlign's growth plans. The role balances immediate client needs with longer-term technology, service, and commercial objectives, ensuring proposed solutions are practical, sustainable, and aligned to future service requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Sales, Account Management, Professional Services, and Managed Services to scope, design, and propose network infrastructure solutions and transformational projects
• Provide accurate, evidence-based technical input for tenders and bid responses, including solution overviews, design content, options, risks, and benefits
• Attend client meetings with Sales and Account Management colleagues, providing consultative support, technical expertise, and clear recommendations
• Develop detailed network topologies, high- and low-level designs, schematics, and related technical documentation
• Maintain strong technical knowledge of network systems, particularly Cisco, Dell, and Meraki technologies
• Support complex lifecycle replacement projects to ensure client hardware remains supported and aligned to best practice
• Develop and maintain client technology roadmaps, IT strategies, and budgets aligned with client goals, commercial priorities, and future service requirements
• Troubleshoot issues, identify risks, and make recommendations grounded in evidence, cost, value, and supportability
• Share technical knowledge and contribute to continuous improvement in solution design, documentation, and delivery practices
• Prioritise workload effectively, provide timely updates, and support successful client handovers and project delivery
• Complete relevant health and safety training and follow appropriate guidance related to the role

Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong technical understanding of architectural standards and supportable solution requirements
• Ability to produce clear, well-presented, end-to-end technical solutions and design documentation that explains assumptions, rationale, and expectations
• Expertise in public cloud infrastructure, infrastructure schematics, network topologies, and related design artefacts
• Experience contributing to bid management, RFIs, tender responses, and commercially aligned technical proposals
• Cybersecurity knowledge across relevant platforms and the ability to design secure, supportable client solutions
• Proficient knowledge of networking, storage, server technologies, hardware, and IP voice technologies
• Understanding of Smart Building infrastructure and experience working with varied stakeholder groups
• Working knowledge of project management and ITIL practices
• Strong written communication, prioritisation, stakeholder coordination, and evidence-based decision-making skills
• Ability to evaluate technical options by weighing evidence, risk, financial impact, commercial priorities, supportability, and broader business impact

Experience and expertise

• Cisco certification such as CCNA, or equivalent practical network design experience
• Advanced Cisco certification such as CCNP or CCDP, or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of Juniper, HP, and Dell networking technologies
• Understanding of Smart Building infrastructure, including BMS, PMS, and ACS
• Proficiency in Microsoft cloud technologies, including Azure, M365, and related technologies
• Experience with wireless design and survey tools such as Ekahau ECSC or equivalent

What you will get from OryxAlign

Along with competitive salary and training and development you will receive leave entitlement of 23 days plus one volunteer day, private medical through Vitality, group personal pension - 4% employer and 5% employee contributions and Life Insurance at 4 x salary.

Other benefits include:

• Employee Assistance Programme and access to Online GP
• Social events throughout the year
• Cycle to Work & Instant Discounts
• Technology Loans
• Long service leave
• Holiday Trading
• Reward and recognition awards
• Lunches on All-In Office Days

Equal opportunities

OryxAlign values its people and culture, striving to be an inclusive and welcoming workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, race (including colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins), sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, or marital or a civil partnership status. We actively encourage applications from all individuals of all backgrounds, particularly women, to promote gender diversity in the tech industry.

Network Design Engineer • London, England, GB