Network Engineer

ALOIS Solutions; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services provider in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Network Engineer / SME to manage the design, deployment, and support of network infrastructures. The ideal candidate should have at least 4 years of experience in network implementation within real estate projects and possess strong technical skills in networking fundamentals. Responsibilities include collaborating with project managers and ensuring adherence to best practices in network standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of hands-on experience in network and infrastructure implementation.
• Strong understanding of passive and active network components.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement network infrastructure for real estate projects.
• Collaborate with project managers for technical design and execution.
• Deploy and configure network components like LAN, WAN, and SD-WAN.
• Prepare detailed Bill of Materials based on site layouts.

Skills

Network design and implementation

Routing and switching

Network security principles

Problem-solving

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)

CompTIA Network+

Tools

Cisco networking platforms

Arista

Palo Alto

Job description

Job Description – Network Engineer / SME

The Network Engineer / SME will be responsible for the design, deployment, and support of network infrastructure as part of corporate real estate initiatives. This includes new site builds, expansions, relocations, and integration/separation activities in collaboration with global and local facilities teams and project managers.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement network infrastructure for real estate projects including new facilities (Greenfield), expansions, relocations, co-locations, and other transformation activities.
• Collaborate with project managers to support technical design and execution of network solutions aligned with organizational standards.
• Deploy and configure network components including (but not limited to):
• Local Area Network (LAN)
• Wireless LAN (WLAN)
• Wide Area Network (WAN)
• Software-Defined WAN (SD-WAN)
• Routers, switches, firewalls, wireless controllers, and access points
• Prepare detailed Bill of Materials (BoM) based on site layouts and infrastructure standards.
• Ensure adherence to organizational network standards and best practices during implementation.
• Execute network upgrades and enhancements as part of approved real estate projects.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation for all network deliverables, including Transition-to-Operations (TTO) records.
• Participate in site surveys, installations, configuration management, and ongoing maintenance of enterprise network infrastructure.
• Support additional network-related tasks as required by evolving real estate programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of hands-on experience in network and infrastructure implementation within real estate or facilities projects.
• Strong understanding of passive and active network components and their integration into physical environments.

Technical Skills

• Deep knowledge of networking fundamentals: routing, switching, subnetting, VLANs, STP, VTP, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP.
• Proven experience in network design and implementation, including resilient topologies and SD-WAN solutions.
• Hands-on experience with major networking platforms such as Cisco, Arista, and Palo Alto.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles including firewalls, VPNs, and secure network design.
• Scripting and automation skills (e.g., Python, Ruby, Perl) for network task automation.
• Ability to design physical and logical network layouts based on site plans and MEP diagrams for offices, workshop, or industrial environments.
• Experience across full project lifecycle including planning, deployment, and operational transition.

Soft Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and analytical thinking.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in fast-paced environments.

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Professional certifications preferred:
• Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
• CompTIA Network+
• Advanced certifications such as CCIE or JNCIE-ENT are a plus